Picture: South African National Space Agency
The new storm, which is expected to persist through the weekend, comes with the Sun approaching the peak of an 11-year cycle that brings heightened activity. Fluctuating magnetic fields associated with geomagnetic storms induce currents in long wires, including power lines, which can potentially lead to blackouts.
Officials said people should have the normal backup plans in place for power outages, such as having flashlights, batteries and weather radios at hand.
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