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.).
Enhanced protection from UV radiation from the Sun is required. A UV index reading of 8 to 10 means very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure.
Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly.
Minimize sun exposure 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.
Enhanced protection from UV radiation from the Sun is required. A UV index reading of 11 or more means extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun
exposure. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes.
Try to avoid sun exposure 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.