The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in Mexico
Abstract On 10 May 2024, a severe geomagnetic storm coinciding with Mother's Day in Mexico lasted over 40 hr and produced polar auroras observable at low latitudes. This storm, the most intense since 2003, resulted from a series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections from active region 3664...
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| author | J. A. Gonzalez‐Esparza E. Sanchez‐Garcia M. Sergeeva P. Corona‐Romero L. X. Gonzalez‐Mendez J. F. Valdes‐Galicia E. Aguilar‐Rodriguez M. Rodriguez‐Martinez C. Ramirez‐Pacheco C. I. Castellanos M. Pazos B. Mendoza V. J. Gatica‐Acevedo A. Melgarejo‐Morales R. Caraballo E. Andrade‐Mascote P. Villanueva‐Hernandez R. Bonifaz‐Alfonzo P. Sierra E. Romero‐Hernandez I. Peralta‐Mendoza E. Perez‐Tijerina J. C. Mejia‐Ambriz C. Guerrero‐Peña A. Caccavari G. Cifuentes‐Nava E. Hernandez‐Quintero |
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| description | Abstract On 10 May 2024, a severe geomagnetic storm coinciding with Mother's Day in Mexico lasted over 40 hr and produced polar auroras observable at low latitudes. This storm, the most intense since 2003, resulted from a series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections from active region 3664. The event was significant for space weather studies in Mexico, marking a milestone by enabling comprehensive measurements of its effects. The Mexico Space Weather Service (SCIESMEX) and the National Space Weather Laboratory (LANCE) had prepared for such an event since their inception. LANCE's instrument networks recorded solar chromospheric images, solar radio bursts, geomagnetic variations, Schumann resonances, ionospheric disturbances, and energetic particle flows. They also monitored Geomagnetically Induced Currents (GICs) in three strategic substations of the national electrical system. This provided unprecedented insights into the dynamics of severe space weather events at the North‐American low‐latitude environment. Citizen science efforts documented auroras and regional responses, capturing variations in geomagnetic indices, ionospheric disturbances, cosmic ray fluxes, GICs, and technological impacts. SCIESMEX worked with the National Civil Protection System (SINAPROC) to issue warnings, ensuring public awareness and preparedness. This coordination underscores the importance of effective communication and collaboration in mitigating impacts. The May 2024 geomagnetic storm demonstrated the critical role of preparedness, research, and public education in reducing the effects of future space weather events in Mexico. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-7dd8bc2ef37140a5b6a1f68363e3567e2025-01-14T16:26:51ZengWileySpace Weather1542-73902024-11-012211n/an/a10.1029/2024SW004111The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in MexicoJ. A. Gonzalez‐Esparza0E. Sanchez‐Garcia1M. Sergeeva2P. Corona‐Romero3L. X. Gonzalez‐Mendez4J. F. Valdes‐Galicia5E. Aguilar‐Rodriguez6M. Rodriguez‐Martinez7C. Ramirez‐Pacheco8C. I. Castellanos9M. Pazos10B. Mendoza11V. J. Gatica‐Acevedo12A. Melgarejo‐Morales13R. Caraballo14E. Andrade‐Mascote15P. Villanueva‐Hernandez16R. Bonifaz‐Alfonzo17P. Sierra18E. Romero‐Hernandez19I. Peralta‐Mendoza20E. Perez‐Tijerina21J. C. Mejia‐Ambriz22C. Guerrero‐Peña23A. Caccavari24G. Cifuentes‐Nava25E. Hernandez‐Quintero26Laboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Coyoacan MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Coyoacan MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoEscuela Nacional de Estudios Superiores‐Morelia Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Mexico MexicoGerencia de Ingeniería Especializada Comisión Federal de Electricidad Mexico MexicoPosgrado en Ciencias de la Tierra Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Mexico MexicoInstituto de Ciencias de la Atmosfera y Cambio Climatico Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Mexico MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Coyoacan MexicoInstituto de Geofísica y Astronomía AMA‐CITMA Havana CubaLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Facultad de Ciencias Fisico Matematicas Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon Monterrey MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Facultad de Ciencias Fisico Matematicas Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon Monterrey MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Facultad de Ciencias Fisico Matematicas Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon Monterrey MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Instituto de Geofisica Unidad Michoacán Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Morelia MexicoLaboratorio Nacional de Clima Espacial Facultad de Ciencias Fisico Matematicas Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon Monterrey MexicoServicio Magnético Instituto de Geofisica Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Mexico MexicoServicio Magnético Instituto de Geofisica Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Mexico MexicoServicio Magnético Instituto de Geofisica Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Mexico MexicoAbstract On 10 May 2024, a severe geomagnetic storm coinciding with Mother's Day in Mexico lasted over 40 hr and produced polar auroras observable at low latitudes. This storm, the most intense since 2003, resulted from a series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections from active region 3664. The event was significant for space weather studies in Mexico, marking a milestone by enabling comprehensive measurements of its effects. The Mexico Space Weather Service (SCIESMEX) and the National Space Weather Laboratory (LANCE) had prepared for such an event since their inception. LANCE's instrument networks recorded solar chromospheric images, solar radio bursts, geomagnetic variations, Schumann resonances, ionospheric disturbances, and energetic particle flows. They also monitored Geomagnetically Induced Currents (GICs) in three strategic substations of the national electrical system. This provided unprecedented insights into the dynamics of severe space weather events at the North‐American low‐latitude environment. Citizen science efforts documented auroras and regional responses, capturing variations in geomagnetic indices, ionospheric disturbances, cosmic ray fluxes, GICs, and technological impacts. SCIESMEX worked with the National Civil Protection System (SINAPROC) to issue warnings, ensuring public awareness and preparedness. This coordination underscores the importance of effective communication and collaboration in mitigating impacts. The May 2024 geomagnetic storm demonstrated the critical role of preparedness, research, and public education in reducing the effects of future space weather events in Mexico.https://doi.org/10.1029/2024SW004111geomagnetic stormsspace weather at north‐American low‐latitude regionespolar auroras at low latitudesgeomagnetically induced currentsschumann resonancesionospheric disturbances |
| spellingShingle | J. A. Gonzalez‐Esparza E. Sanchez‐Garcia M. Sergeeva P. Corona‐Romero L. X. Gonzalez‐Mendez J. F. Valdes‐Galicia E. Aguilar‐Rodriguez M. Rodriguez‐Martinez C. Ramirez‐Pacheco C. I. Castellanos M. Pazos B. Mendoza V. J. Gatica‐Acevedo A. Melgarejo‐Morales R. Caraballo E. Andrade‐Mascote P. Villanueva‐Hernandez R. Bonifaz‐Alfonzo P. Sierra E. Romero‐Hernandez I. Peralta‐Mendoza E. Perez‐Tijerina J. C. Mejia‐Ambriz C. Guerrero‐Peña A. Caccavari G. Cifuentes‐Nava E. Hernandez‐Quintero The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in Mexico Space Weather geomagnetic storms space weather at north‐American low‐latitude regiones polar auroras at low latitudes geomagnetically induced currents schumann resonances ionospheric disturbances |
| title | The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in Mexico |
| title_full | The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in Mexico |
| title_fullStr | The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in Mexico |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in Mexico |
| title_short | The Mother's Day Geomagnetic Storm on 10 May 2024: Aurora Observations and Low Latitude Space Weather Effects in Mexico |
| title_sort | mother s day geomagnetic storm on 10 may 2024 aurora observations and low latitude space weather effects in mexico |
| topic | geomagnetic storms space weather at north‐American low‐latitude regiones polar auroras at low latitudes geomagnetically induced currents schumann resonances ionospheric disturbances |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1029/2024SW004111 |
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