Third Solar Flare Erupts From Sun: X6.3, Strongest Of This Solar Cycle
The X6.3 flare was the largest of the three X-class flares that occurred in the past 24 hours, and the strongest of this solar cycle.
Space Weather Prediction Center: Another X-class flare from Region 3590 peaked at approximately 1734 EST on Feb. 22, 2024.
Space Weather Prediction Center: Two Strong X-Class Solar Flares Erupt From Sun
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SPACE/SUN - Event: Two strong solar flare eruptions from the sun. Effects: Users of high-frequency (HF) radio signals may experience temporary degradation or complete loss of signal on much of the sunlit side of the earth, according to the Space Weather Prediction Center and NASA.
The X6.3 flare was the largest of the three X-class flares that occurred in the past 24 hours, and the strongest of this solar cycle.
While impressive, this event still poses no significant threat to the general public.