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Warning from scientists: Solar storm that battered Venus could strike Earth next

Scientists warning regarding Earth could face severe disruption as rising solar activity. The storm that stripped Venus's atmosphere could harm Earth too.

October 27, 2025 / 12:19 IST
Solar storm that battered Venus could strike Earth next (Image: Canva)

A recent solar storm devastated Venus severely, stripping atmospheric particles rapidly. Scientists observed this violent event using NASA’s Parker Solar Probe instrument. Venus lacks a magnetic field, exposing it to incoming charged particles. Without shielding, its upper atmosphere heated, expanded and escaped into space.

Venus reveals what could soon affect Earth directly

Earth avoids similar destruction with help of strong protective magnetic fields. However, rising solar activity increase risks worldwide during solar maximum. The coronal mass ejections hurl energetic particles that disrupt infrastructure significantly.
This could lead to satellite failures, communication blackouts and global power grid chaos.

Sun boosting frequency of powerful eruptions

The Sun nears peak intensity in its eleven-year solar cycle. More flares and eruptions mean greater threats to modern technological society. Earth’s atmosphere might shrink during extreme storms. Astronauts may face hazardous radiation exposure while working beyond protection.

Warning from Scientists

Scientists have issued a warning regarding this event. Technology dependency increases risks compared with past historic solar events. Power infrastructure remains especially fragile under strong geomagnetic disturbances today.

Navigation systems, internet networks and aviation communication could suffer serious shutdowns. Financial systems relying on satellites might collapse during prolonged global outages.

Space weather is essential for Earth’s Future Safety

Researchers believe Venus acts like a natural warning signal here. Understanding atmospheric loss there helps prepare future defensive measures now. Improved prediction tools could help governments protect critical systems early.

International cooperation will matter most when storms threaten worldwide operations. Earth remains safer but far from invulnerable against solar events. Learning from Venus may determine humanity’s resilience within space hazards.

first published: Oct 27, 2025 12:18 pm

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