World Warned to Prepare for Today's Severe Geomagnetic Storm, First in 20 Years
World Warned to Prepare for Today's Severe Geomagnetic Storm, First in 20 Years
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center forecasted a “severe solar storm” that’s expected to hit Earth tonight, according to a release. These geomagnetic storms happen every so often, but as the Sun approaches the maximum of its 11-year solar cycle, the ...
What the heck does tonight mean ..
You know, tonight, that specific time of day that happens at the same time every day depending on where you are and what season it is there.
Yeah I was also quite annoyed by that.
Given the statement was by the US organization NOAA they probably mean night in North America.
From following a couple links to the source, I found this:
Multiple CMEs erupted associated with flare activity from Region 3664 on 07-09 May. These CMEs are expected to merge with potential arrival expected by early May 11 on the UTC day.
Source: https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/news/g4-watch-effect-may-11
So we're just past midnight UTC as of right now, so any time I guess!
Since the article was published a little after 1pm EDT, I would assume tonight refers to EDT… so in a few hours of the time of my comment?
tonight, adverb on this present night or the night following this present day
tonight, noun the present night or the night following this present day
Interesting, should be a good test of our grid.
I like your positive attitude.
The skies over Washington State.
Nice shot!
Thank you!
Haven't seen any Aurora in London, unfortunately.
Can see it from the Midlands!
And nobody did a thang.
Over Alberta last night.
