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Solar storm of 1859

Took place on August 28, 1859

167

Years ago

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The 168th anniversary falls on August 28, 2027, in 308 days.

The Carrington Event was the most intense geomagnetic storm in recorded history, peaking on 1–2 September 1859 during solar cycle 10. It created strong auroral displays that were reported globally and caused sparking and even fires in telegraph stations.

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