Massive Solar Storm Hits Earth: Auroras Dazzle, Heavy Rains Predicted

• An X-class solar storm, the strongest in 23 years, erupted from the Sun on January 18, impacting Earth's magnetic field on January 19.
• The G4-class storm caused spectacular auroras in Britain, Netherlands, parts of America, Australia, and New Zealand, visible in green, purple, and pink.
• Auroras, typically seen at the North Pole, appeared in wider regions due to the storm's intensity, indicating a significant event.
• The solar storm is expected to heat Earth's atmosphere and ocean waters, leading to increased clouds and a higher chance of heavy rains this year.
• NASA predicts increased solar activity until 2026, meaning more solar storms, hotter summers, and heavier rains are likely.

Why It Matters: A powerful solar storm brought widespread auroras and signals a year of increased heat and heavy rainfall.