GPS-derived scintillation index 4 S from three low latitude stations located at the Equatorial Ionisation Anomaly (EIA) region has been analysed with a view to knowing the contribution of geomagnetic storms on scintillation occurrence. Results showed that scintillation at low latitude stations was dependent on location, the phase of the storm and time of occurrence of storm. Addis Ababa recorded moderate values of S values ranging from 0.1 to 0.3. Results also revealed that scintillation occurrence during storms can be inhibited or triggered depending on the phase of the storm. Comparative result between scintillation occurrence during storm and that during quiet time showed that scintillation was more pronounced during quiet periods over all stations.
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