How the solar storms that cause the Northern Lights can wreak havoc on Earth

Experience the beauty of the Northern Lights, but beware of the rare but powerful effects of extreme solar storms, as they can disrupt electricity supplies, satellites, and air travel. Airbus recently grounded 6,000 planes due to interference possibly caused by intense solar radiation, prompting a necessary software update. Scientists and governments are actively researching and preparing for such disruptive events to mitigate their impact on critical systems and infrastructure.