#ARCTIC. #SIBERIA. THIS IS TAIMYR. Those sensitive to weather changes may experience headaches this week, and there’s also a chance to see the northern lights on Thursday, February 13th.
A geomagnetic storm, also known as a magnetic disturbance, is a disruption in the Earth’s magnetic field caused by solar flares. These storms can last from a few hours to several days. Intense bursts of electromagnetic radiation can disrupt electronic devices and affect satellite navigation.
According to forecasts from specialists at the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Solar-Terrestrial Physics Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences’ Siberian Branch, geomagnetic activity will initially reach a level of three. After that, it is expected to drop to two, which is relatively minor. However, starting from February 26, the Earth will again be influenced by magnetic storms with four points intensity. This is a preliminary forecast, and conditions may change within hours, Rossiyskaya Gazeta writes.
Norilsk may also be affected by these magnetic storms, and residents can expect to feel the consequences throughout the week. A minor magnetic storm is expected today, with peak disturbances occurring on Thursday. By the weekend, solar activity is predicted to decrease a little.
Magnetic storms can often lead to health issues. Those who are particularly sensitive may report headaches, heart discomfort, and general fatigue. This is often linked to slowed capillary blood flow and oxygen deprivation in the tissues.
For severe headaches that can trigger migraines, nausea, insomnia, and other symptoms, doctors recommend taking pain relief medication, a sedative, and getting some rest. It’s also preferable to maintain a regular daily routine and reduce physical activity. People with cardiovascular conditions should monitor their blood pressure during magnetic storms, limit alcohol and unhealthy food intake, and try to avoid stress and negative emotions.
It’s important to note that during periods of heightened magnetic activity, the northern lights can often be seen, illuminating the sky with vibrant greens, pinks, and reds.
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Text: Victoria Berezhnaya, Photo: Olga Zaderyaka
