Solar winds hit Jupiter in 2017 and 'squished' its magnetic field

A new study revealed that a solar wind event hit Jupiter in 2017 and "squished" its magnetosphere, a protective bubble created by the planet's magnetic field. University of Reading's study said the event created a hot region spanning half of Jupiter's circumference, exhibiting temperatures over 500°C, higher than the usual 350°C temperatures. The solar burst likely hits Jupiter 2-3 times/month.