Space Weather Presentation: SWPC warns geomagnetic storms can disrupt power, GPS and communications

Jun 9, 2025

At the Dane County Local Emergency Planning Committee meeting on June 9, a Space Weather Prediction Center forecaster briefed members on solar activity, warning protocols and local risks to power systems, GPS, satellites and emergency communications.

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At the Dane County Local Emergency Planning Committee meeting on June 9, a Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) service coordinator briefed committee members on how solar activity can affect power systems, satellite operations, GPS precision, aviation communications and emergency radio systems.

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