Solar storms set to batter Earth as NASA warns the sun is 'waking up'
The sun's activity has increased since 2008, raising the likelihood of stronger solar storms that could disrupt power grids, satellites, and communications.
The 2025 solar storm peak. Should we be worried? DW 09/17/2025
Solar storms (NOAA G1–G5) intensify near the 11-year peak (2025) and can threaten power grids, satellites, undersea cable repeaters, GPS, and internet infrastructure.
In our daily lives, the sun seems constant and quiet, sedately shining at a steady pace. But looks can be deceiving; our star can also blast out powerful solar storms.
