When the magnetic storm will end: expert forecast

Leading researcher at the Space Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences Nathan Eismont told NEWS.ru that the powerful magnetic storm that hit our planet yesterday will last no more than a day.

On the night of May 29, specialists recorded a strong magnetic disturbance, close to class G3. According to the accepted classification, magnetic storms are divided into five categories: from G1 (weak) to G5 (extremely strong). Such atmospheric phenomena can disrupt satellite systems, including GPS, temporarily reducing the accuracy of navigation devices.

As Eismont explained, the duration of a magnetic storm directly depends on the plasma clump ejected by the Sun. Such a clump can either pass by the Earth or have an impact on our planet.

"In case it hits, then these storms occur. Judging by the time the storm continues, it is above average in power," the scientist emphasized.

According to the expert's forecast, the magnetic disturbance will end in about a day. Eismont assured that no serious consequences are expected from this storm.