As radio operators we are all aware of the impact Coronal Mass Ejections (CME's) have on propagation. This video features some interesting video footage a recent solar storm had on earth as viewed from the ISS. It mentions the uptick in sunspots and related CME's and provides some very interesting information about how these can follow the magnetic links between earth and the sun. This information was new to me and so I thought it worth sharing. If you have an interest in space weather this is a great video to watch.
As a final note, from a preparedness perspective the video also touches on the potential for CME's to take out internet service for considerable periods of time. There is a lot of consider and discuss on this subject as it is something that would impact everyone.
Interesting ... but ... currently more concerned with weather closer to home!!! We weren't in the tornado (or microburst, not sure yet) zone, but power has been off since about 4PM yesterday. My generator started on the first crank, thanks to Briggs & Stratton and fuel stabilizer. I ran it until about midnite & restarted it at 0530, mainly to keep the fridge & freezers cold & to run the network.
No word yet from Westario about restoration time (date?). They got part of Southampton restored. I guess it will come back when it comes back. Just glad it's not winter - no heat needed.
I've never experienced wind and rain like yesterday. At the peak you couldn't see across the street. My WX station reports 3.2" for Sept, & I bet almost all of it was yesterday. Lots of damage, houses, trees, power lines etc. My mast survived (ship masts used Douglas Fir for a reason!).
One benefit of having the power off - the clear night sky was spectacular.
73
Dave, VE3WI