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HF Radio: Weak or minor degradation of HF radio communication on sunlit side, occasional loss of radio contact.
Navigation: Low-frequency navigation signals degraded for brief intervals.
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G1 (Minor) - G2 (Moderate) Geomagnetic Storms Likely on 18-19 December

G1 (Minor) - G2 (Moderate) Geomagnetic Storms Likely on 18-19 December
published: Sunday, December 20, 2015 14:04 UTC

G1 (Minor) and G2 (Moderate) Geomagnetic Storm Watches have been issued for 18 and 19 December respectively in anticipation of the arrival of the two CMEs observed on 16 December. The first CME is expected to arrive late on 18 December bringing G1 (Minor) geomagnetic storm conditions with it, followed in close succession by the second CME early on 19 December, likely increasing activity to G2 (Moderate) levels. Stay tuned to our website for updates!