Lapland Trees Offer Clues to Historic Solar Storm Impact

Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 05, 2024

In a groundbreaking study led by the University of Helsinki, scientists have unlocked new insights into historic solar storms by analyzing tree rings in Lapland. This research marks the first instance of detecting radiocarbon spikes from the Carrington Event of 1859, a massive solar storm, in tree rings. The findings offer vital data for anticipating future solar disturbances. The Carringt