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‘Machine-Gun Sun’ Fires 10 Solar Flares, Promising July 4th Auroras Across Multiple US States
Key Takeaways
- The sun launched 10 M-class solar flares in 24 hours, with multiple CMEs heading toward Earth.
- CMEs are expected to hit Earth on July 3 and July 5, causing geomagnetic storms.
- Storms could reach G2 or G3 strength, making auroras visible in northern US states.
- Space weather physicist Tamitha Skov described the activity as a 'machine-gun sun'.
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