Solar Storm Caused Unprecedented 33-Foot GPS Disruption Across the US

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Published: 2026-09-07
Category: science
Source: ZME Science

Scientists have reported an unprecedented 33-foot (10-meter) disruption in GPS accuracy across the United States caused by a solar storm in November 2025. This study, published in Geophysical Research Letters, highlights the complex interaction between solar activity, Earth's magnetic field, and the ionosphere, emphasizing the need for improved space weather forecasting models.

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