Power systems: High-latitude power systems may experience voltage alarms,
long-duration storms may cause transformer damage.
Spacecraft operations: Corrective actions to orientation may be required by ground control;
possible changes in drag affect orbit predictions.
Other systems: HF radio propagation can fade at higher latitudes,
and aurora has been seen as low as New York and Idaho (typically 55° geomagnetic latitude.).
Protection from UV radiation from the Sun is necessary. A UV index reading of 6 to 7 means high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure.
Protection against skin and eye damage is needed.
Reduce time in the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If outdoors,
seek shade and wear sun protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours,
even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Bright surfaces, such as sand, water, and snow,
will increase UV exposure.
Power systems: Voltage corrections may be required,
false alarms triggered on some protection devices.
Spacecraft operations: Surface charging may occur on satellite components,
drag may increase on low-Earth-orbit satellites, and corrections may be needed for orientation problems.
Other systems: Intermittent satellite navigation and low-frequency radio navigation
problems may occur, HF radio may be intermittent,
and aurora has been seen as low as Illinois and Oregon (typically 50° geomagnetic latitude.).
Protection from UV radiation from the Sun is necessary. A UV index reading of 3 to 5 means moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure.
Stay in shade near midday when the sun is strongest. If outdoors, wear sun protective clothing,
a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen
every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Bright surfaces, such as sand,
water, and snow, will increase UV exposure.