'Machine-gun sun' could bring auroras to more than a dozen states this Independence Day weekend
The sun has released a series of M-class solar flares, leading to coronal mass ejections that may cause geomagnetic storms on Earth. These events could result in visible auroras across parts of the United States during the Independence Day weekend.
Why it matters
Increased solar activity can impact satellite communications, power grids, and radio transmissions, while providing rare atmospheric phenomena.
The sun launched 10 M-class solar flares over 24 hours, and more could be on the way. Auroras are likely in some US states as a result.
Scientific reporting based on data from NOAA and NASA.
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