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#SolarFlares (Magnitude 2+) in the past 72hours (via #SolarHam)
Flare Events (M2+) Past 72 Hours
M5.2 AR 4366 2/2/26 @ 02:50 UTC
X2.8 AR 4366 2/2/26 @ 00:36 UTC
X8.1 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 23:57 UTC
M5.1 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 16:07 UTC
M5.8 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 12:50 UTC
X1.0 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 12:33 UTC
M6.7 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 12:12 UTC
M2.8 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 10:13 UTC
M6.6 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 10:02 UTCSource:
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#SolarFlares (Magnitude 2+) in the past 72hours (via #SolarHam)
Flare Events (M2+) Past 72 Hours
M5.2 AR 4366 2/2/26 @ 02:50 UTC
X2.8 AR 4366 2/2/26 @ 00:36 UTC
X8.1 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 23:57 UTC
M5.1 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 16:07 UTC
M5.8 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 12:50 UTC
X1.0 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 12:33 UTC
M6.7 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 12:12 UTC
M2.8 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 10:13 UTC
M6.6 AR 4366 2/1/26 @ 10:02 UTCSource:
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From #SolarHam - Progression of new #Sunspot #AR4366 (not yet Earth-facing, but will be soon):
"Sunspot Watch
January 31, 2026 @ 04:15 UTC
Newly assigned sunspot region 4366 continues to gradually develop as it turns into view in the northeast quadrant. It is currently producing minor C-Class flares and it is likely now a threat for a moderate M-Flare. Something to keep an eye on this weekend. Image by SDO/HMI.Growing Flare Threat
January 31, 2026 @ 14:50 UTC
AR 4366 continued to expand over the past 12 hours in both size and magnetic complexity. The region has a Beta-Delta magnetic configuration and is producing frequent mid level minor C-Flares. A moderate M-Flare will remain possible on Saturday.M6.6 Solar Flare
February 1, 2026 @ 10:40 UTC
Solar activity increases even further with an M6.6 solar flare peaking at 10:02 UTC (Feb 1). The source, AR 4366, is magnetically complex and is now a threat for an isolated X-Flare. Image below by SDO/AIA.High Solar Activity
February 1, 2026 @ 16:50 UTC (UPDATED)
What a difference a few days make on the Sun. Active sunspot region 4366 turned into a firecracker on Sunday with at least fifteen M-Class solar flares and one X-Flare (so far). Despite the brightness of these events, the mechanics have so far failed to launch any noteworthy coronal mass ejections into space and towards our planet. That could change over the next few days as the region continues to develop and currently sports a Beta-Gamma-Delta magnetic configuration. More solar flares including another X-Flare will remain possible.[And today...]
Impulsive X8.1 Solar Flare
February 2, 2026 @ 00:10 UTC
An impulsive X8.1 solar flare was just detected peaking at 23:57 UTC (Feb 1). This is the second strongest flare in terms of peak X-Ray flux of the current solar cycle. Although a bright flare, new imagery suggests that if a CME is associated, it will likely be fairly mild. Stay tuned to SolarHam where you will get the most up to date and accurate information regarding this space weather event."#SolarFlares #SolarCycle25 #KesslerEffect #KesslerSyndrome #XClassFlares
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From #SolarHam - Progression of new #Sunspot #AR4366 (not yet Earth-facing, but will be soon):
"Sunspot Watch
January 31, 2026 @ 04:15 UTC
Newly assigned sunspot region 4366 continues to gradually develop as it turns into view in the northeast quadrant. It is currently producing minor C-Class flares and it is likely now a threat for a moderate M-Flare. Something to keep an eye on this weekend. Image by SDO/HMI.Growing Flare Threat
January 31, 2026 @ 14:50 UTC
AR 4366 continued to expand over the past 12 hours in both size and magnetic complexity. The region has a Beta-Delta magnetic configuration and is producing frequent mid level minor C-Flares. A moderate M-Flare will remain possible on Saturday.M6.6 Solar Flare
February 1, 2026 @ 10:40 UTC
Solar activity increases even further with an M6.6 solar flare peaking at 10:02 UTC (Feb 1). The source, AR 4366, is magnetically complex and is now a threat for an isolated X-Flare. Image below by SDO/AIA.High Solar Activity
February 1, 2026 @ 16:50 UTC (UPDATED)
What a difference a few days make on the Sun. Active sunspot region 4366 turned into a firecracker on Sunday with at least fifteen M-Class solar flares and one X-Flare (so far). Despite the brightness of these events, the mechanics have so far failed to launch any noteworthy coronal mass ejections into space and towards our planet. That could change over the next few days as the region continues to develop and currently sports a Beta-Gamma-Delta magnetic configuration. More solar flares including another X-Flare will remain possible.[And today...]
Impulsive X8.1 Solar Flare
February 2, 2026 @ 00:10 UTC
An impulsive X8.1 solar flare was just detected peaking at 23:57 UTC (Feb 1). This is the second strongest flare in terms of peak X-Ray flux of the current solar cycle. Although a bright flare, new imagery suggests that if a CME is associated, it will likely be fairly mild. Stay tuned to SolarHam where you will get the most up to date and accurate information regarding this space weather event."#SolarFlares #SolarCycle25 #KesslerEffect #KesslerSyndrome #XClassFlares
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The Latest "Ham on a Bike" Blogpost is out. "The MOST IMPORTANT part of your Ham Station is NOT your RIG!"
#AmateurRadio #HamRado #Buddipole #BuddipoleAntenna #FT817 #FT891 #SolarCycle25https://hamonabike.blogspot.com/2025/07/the-most-important-part-of-your-ham.html
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The Latest "Ham on a Bike" Blogpost is out. "The MOST IMPORTANT part of your Ham Station is NOT your RIG!"
#AmateurRadio #HamRado #Buddipole #BuddipoleAntenna #FT817 #FT891 #SolarCycle25https://hamonabike.blogspot.com/2025/07/the-most-important-part-of-your-ham.html
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#SolarFlare update via #SolarHam
Another X-Flare
June 19, 2025 @ 23:55 UTC
"X-Flare Alert. Sunspot region 4114 just produced an X1.9 solar flare peaking at 23:50 UTC (Jun 19). Coronal dimming is not yet evident meaning a noteworthy #CME is unlikely. More to follow whenever necessary."
#XClass #SolarFlare
#SolarCycle25 #SpaceWeather
#SOHO #CarringtonEvent
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#SolarFlare update via #SolarHam
Another X-Flare
June 19, 2025 @ 23:55 UTC
"X-Flare Alert. Sunspot region 4114 just produced an X1.9 solar flare peaking at 23:50 UTC (Jun 19). Coronal dimming is not yet evident meaning a noteworthy #CME is unlikely. More to follow whenever necessary."
#XClass #SolarFlare
#SolarCycle25 #SpaceWeather
#SOHO #CarringtonEvent
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#Spaceweather, via #SolarHam
October 24, 2024 @ 04:25 UTC (UPDATED)"A returning sunspot region now reassigned AR 3869 just produced a strong X3.3 solar flare at 03:57 UTC (Oct 24). A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 610 km/s was recorded. This event will be associated with a coronal mass ejection (#CME) based on dimming following the event. Because the flare location is located off the east limb, it will be directed mostly away from Earth. A further update will be provided once coronagraph imagery is updated.
"CME Update #2: Despite the X3.3 solar flare being located close to the southeast limb, the resulting halo coronal mass ejection (CME) appears to be wide enough to include an Earth directed component. If so, a passage past our planet will be possible within 48-72 hours. A further update will be provided later today once an official tracking model is available.
"A minor (G1) geomagnetic storm watch was officially added for Saturday, October 26th. The edge of the X3.3/Halo CME is expected to deliver a glancing blow to our geomagnetic field. A prolonged period of southward Bz following a potential passage could increase the chances of storming and visible #aurora at higher latitudes. Stay tuned this weekend for further updates."
Source:
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#Spaceweather, via #SolarHam
October 24, 2024 @ 04:25 UTC (UPDATED)"A returning sunspot region now reassigned AR 3869 just produced a strong X3.3 solar flare at 03:57 UTC (Oct 24). A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 610 km/s was recorded. This event will be associated with a coronal mass ejection (#CME) based on dimming following the event. Because the flare location is located off the east limb, it will be directed mostly away from Earth. A further update will be provided once coronagraph imagery is updated.
"CME Update #2: Despite the X3.3 solar flare being located close to the southeast limb, the resulting halo coronal mass ejection (CME) appears to be wide enough to include an Earth directed component. If so, a passage past our planet will be possible within 48-72 hours. A further update will be provided later today once an official tracking model is available.
"A minor (G1) geomagnetic storm watch was officially added for Saturday, October 26th. The edge of the X3.3/Halo CME is expected to deliver a glancing blow to our geomagnetic field. A prolonged period of southward Bz following a potential passage could increase the chances of storming and visible #aurora at higher latitudes. Stay tuned this weekend for further updates."
Source:
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Another #XFlare / Severe #GeomagneticStorm Watch
via #SolarHam
October 9, 2024 @ 15:50 UTC (UPDATED)
"A moderate (S2) to Strong (S3) radiation storm remains in progress following the energetic X-Flare produced by #AR3848.
"A severe (G4) geomagnetic storm watch was officially added beginning tomorrow when the fast moving CME associated with the flare event is expected to sweep past Earth. While there are no guarantees, a repeat of the geomagnetic storm and aurora event back in May could be on the horizon.
"Oh... and an impulsive X1.4 solar flare was observed around departing AR 3842 at 15:47 UTC (Oct 9)."
Source:
https://solarham.com/#SolarCycle25 #XClassFlares #Auroras #RadioInterference #CMEs #SolarFlares #SolarFlare
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Another #XFlare / Severe #GeomagneticStorm Watch
via #SolarHam
October 9, 2024 @ 15:50 UTC (UPDATED)
"A moderate (S2) to Strong (S3) radiation storm remains in progress following the energetic X-Flare produced by #AR3848.
"A severe (G4) geomagnetic storm watch was officially added beginning tomorrow when the fast moving CME associated with the flare event is expected to sweep past Earth. While there are no guarantees, a repeat of the geomagnetic storm and aurora event back in May could be on the horizon.
"Oh... and an impulsive X1.4 solar flare was observed around departing AR 3842 at 15:47 UTC (Oct 9)."
Source:
https://solarham.com/#SolarCycle25 #XClassFlares #Auroras #RadioInterference #CMEs #SolarFlares #SolarFlare
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Major Solar Flare (X9)
October 3, 2024 @ 13:50 UTC (UPDATED)
via #SolarHam"A major X9.0 solar flare was just detected around Earth facing sunspot region #AR3842 at 12:18 UTC (Oct 3). This is the strongest X-Ray event of the current solar cycle. More details to follow regarding a possible CME.
"#CME Update: A coronal mass ejection (CME) with a halo signature is evident following the major X9.0 solar flare this morning. Because the source region AR 3842 is directly facing Earth, the plasma cloud appears to be aimed directly towards our planet. A further update will be provided later today once a CME tracking model becomes available. Please note that a faint CME associated with the X7 event on October 1st is expected to pass our planet sometime during the next few days.
"Aurora sky watchers at middle to high latitudes should have their camera batteries charged up should geomagnetic storming be observed as forecast."
Flare Events (M2+) Past 48 Hours
X9.0
AR 3842
10/3/24 @ 12:18 UTC
Type II RE (573 km/s) 10cm (3500 sfu)M3.2
AR 3842
10/2/24 @ 20:49 UTCM3.2
AR 3842
10/2/24 @ 13:38 UTCM3.6
AR 3842
10/2/24 @ 05:38 UTC
Type II RE (1144 km/s)X7.1
AR 3842
10/1/24 @ 22:20 UTC
Type II RE (1246 km/s) 10cm (810 sfu) -
Major Solar Flare (X9)
October 3, 2024 @ 13:50 UTC (UPDATED)
via #SolarHam"A major X9.0 solar flare was just detected around Earth facing sunspot region #AR3842 at 12:18 UTC (Oct 3). This is the strongest X-Ray event of the current solar cycle. More details to follow regarding a possible CME.
"#CME Update: A coronal mass ejection (CME) with a halo signature is evident following the major X9.0 solar flare this morning. Because the source region AR 3842 is directly facing Earth, the plasma cloud appears to be aimed directly towards our planet. A further update will be provided later today once a CME tracking model becomes available. Please note that a faint CME associated with the X7 event on October 1st is expected to pass our planet sometime during the next few days.
"Aurora sky watchers at middle to high latitudes should have their camera batteries charged up should geomagnetic storming be observed as forecast."
Flare Events (M2+) Past 48 Hours
X9.0
AR 3842
10/3/24 @ 12:18 UTC
Type II RE (573 km/s) 10cm (3500 sfu)M3.2
AR 3842
10/2/24 @ 20:49 UTCM3.2
AR 3842
10/2/24 @ 13:38 UTCM3.6
AR 3842
10/2/24 @ 05:38 UTC
Type II RE (1144 km/s)X7.1
AR 3842
10/1/24 @ 22:20 UTC
Type II RE (1246 km/s) 10cm (810 sfu) -
I wonder if there will be another #CannibalCME with two events so close in time...
Flare Events (M2+) Past 48 Hours
via #SolarHam
X7.1
AR 3842
10/1/24 @ 22:20 UTC
Type II RE (1246 km/s) 10cm (810 sfu)M7.6
AR 3842
9/30/24 @ 23:59 UTC -
I wonder if there will be another #CannibalCME with two events so close in time...
Flare Events (M2+) Past 48 Hours
via #SolarHam
X7.1
AR 3842
10/1/24 @ 22:20 UTC
Type II RE (1246 km/s) 10cm (810 sfu)M7.6
AR 3842
9/30/24 @ 23:59 UTC -
#Spaceweather Update (via #SolarHam )
Major Solar Flare Alert (X7.1)
October 1, 2024 @ 21:15 UTC"The second strongest detectable solar flare of the current solar cycle 25 was just observed around Earth facing #AR3842 peaking at 22:20 UTC (Oct 1). A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 1246 km/s was recorded. Stay tuned to SolarHam.com for the latest details regarding a possible Earth directed #CME."
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#Spaceweather Update (via #SolarHam )
Major Solar Flare Alert (X7.1)
October 1, 2024 @ 21:15 UTC"The second strongest detectable solar flare of the current solar cycle 25 was just observed around Earth facing #AR3842 peaking at 22:20 UTC (Oct 1). A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 1246 km/s was recorded. Stay tuned to SolarHam.com for the latest details regarding a possible Earth directed #CME."
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#Spaceweather Update (via #SolarHam )
Major #SolarFlare and #CME
September 14, 2024 @ 19:05 UTC"A major X4.5 solar flare was produced by #AR3825 on September 14th, 2024 @ 15:29 UTC. The event was associated with a fast moving halo coronal mass ejection (CME). Although the eruption is directed mostly to the east, the western flank of the plasma cloud does appear Earth directed. A passage past Earth will be possible within 48 hours. I would expect a #GeomagneticStormWatch to be added later today for #September16th. Stay tuned for the latest updates."
#SolarCycle25 #XClassFlare #XFlare #GeomagneticStorm possible!
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#Spaceweather Update (via #SolarHam )
Major #SolarFlare and #CME
September 14, 2024 @ 19:05 UTC"A major X4.5 solar flare was produced by #AR3825 on September 14th, 2024 @ 15:29 UTC. The event was associated with a fast moving halo coronal mass ejection (CME). Although the eruption is directed mostly to the east, the western flank of the plasma cloud does appear Earth directed. A passage past Earth will be possible within 48 hours. I would expect a #GeomagneticStormWatch to be added later today for #September16th. Stay tuned for the latest updates."
#SolarCycle25 #XClassFlare #XFlare #GeomagneticStorm possible!
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X1.3 Flare and CME Likely
August 8, 2024 @ 19:35 UTC"An X1.3 solar flare was detected around #AR3777 at 19:35 UTC. A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 1026 km/s was recorded. Coronal dimming is already evident meaning a coronal mass ejection (#CME) is likely. Due to the event location facing Earth, it will more than likely be directed towards our planet. More details to follow."
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#ReaderSupportedNews #XFlare #XClassFlare #CME #SolarCycle25 #SolarFlares #EarthDirectedCME
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X1.3 Flare and CME Likely
August 8, 2024 @ 19:35 UTC"An X1.3 solar flare was detected around #AR3777 at 19:35 UTC. A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 1026 km/s was recorded. Coronal dimming is already evident meaning a coronal mass ejection (#CME) is likely. Due to the event location facing Earth, it will more than likely be directed towards our planet. More details to follow."
https://solarham.com/donate.htm
#ReaderSupportedNews #XFlare #XClassFlare #CME #SolarCycle25 #SolarFlares #EarthDirectedCME
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#SolarHam Website Fundraiser
August 3, 2024 @ 14:00 UTC
"After 24 hours of website fundraising, I am now 30% to my goal. Thank you to everybody who have made a #donation. I really appreciate your support. If you too would like to support my work and keep the website online, please click below for more information. Thank you."
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#SolarFlares #Spaceweather #SolarHam #SolarCycle25 #CMEs #HamRadio #BreakingNews #ReaderSupportedNews
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#SolarHam Website Fundraiser
August 3, 2024 @ 14:00 UTC
"After 24 hours of website fundraising, I am now 30% to my goal. Thank you to everybody who have made a #donation. I really appreciate your support. If you too would like to support my work and keep the website online, please click below for more information. Thank you."
https://solarham.com/donate.htm
#SolarFlares #Spaceweather #SolarHam #SolarCycle25 #CMEs #HamRadio #BreakingNews #ReaderSupportedNews
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#SpaceWeather news via #SolarHam
Near X-Flare
June 23, 2024 @ 14:50 UTC
"Is our old pal #AR3664 (3697 and now 3723) still active?"Of course it is. A near #XFlare (M9.3) was detected at 13:01 UTC (Jun 23). The flare itself was fairly rapid, so a coronal mass ejection (CME) is likely not associated. We will get a better at the returning flare champion over the next few days.
"Now back for the third time, AR 3664 (3697) is returning into view from off the farside of the Sun. This region was first assigned 3664 on May 1st and would go on to produce non stop X-Flares and the resulting eruptions were responsible for the extreme #geomagnetic storm on May 10-11. It would reappear again on May 28th and was reassigned AR 3697 and would produce additional major solar flares. What will it have in store for us this time around? Stay tuned to find out."
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#SpaceWeather news via #SolarHam
Near X-Flare
June 23, 2024 @ 14:50 UTC
"Is our old pal #AR3664 (3697 and now 3723) still active?"Of course it is. A near #XFlare (M9.3) was detected at 13:01 UTC (Jun 23). The flare itself was fairly rapid, so a coronal mass ejection (CME) is likely not associated. We will get a better at the returning flare champion over the next few days.
"Now back for the third time, AR 3664 (3697) is returning into view from off the farside of the Sun. This region was first assigned 3664 on May 1st and would go on to produce non stop X-Flares and the resulting eruptions were responsible for the extreme #geomagnetic storm on May 10-11. It would reappear again on May 28th and was reassigned AR 3697 and would produce additional major solar flares. What will it have in store for us this time around? Stay tuned to find out."
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No #GeomagneticStorm predicted yet. But with former #AR3664 (now #AR3697) belching out big flares, we might be in for another #Aurora treat soon...
#SpaceWeaherUpdate via #SolarHam
#XFlares Are Piling Up
June 1, 2024 @ 10:20 UTC"Good morning. How about another X-Flare!
"The latest event measuring X1.4 was just detected around AR 3697 (3664) at 08:48 UTC (Jun 1). Much like the X-Flare yesterday evening, a CME does not appear to be associated with this event. Some dimming was observed to the north of 3697 before this event, but coronagraph imagery does not seem to reveal any plasma leaving the Sun. The flare producing machine is now in a good location for potential Earth directed eruptions.
"And with this now being the 49th X-Flare of the current solar cycle, we have tied the X-Flare total from the previous solar cycle 24. When will #50 take place? Stay tuned to find out."
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No #GeomagneticStorm predicted yet. But with former #AR3664 (now #AR3697) belching out big flares, we might be in for another #Aurora treat soon...
#SpaceWeaherUpdate via #SolarHam
#XFlares Are Piling Up
June 1, 2024 @ 10:20 UTC"Good morning. How about another X-Flare!
"The latest event measuring X1.4 was just detected around AR 3697 (3664) at 08:48 UTC (Jun 1). Much like the X-Flare yesterday evening, a CME does not appear to be associated with this event. Some dimming was observed to the north of 3697 before this event, but coronagraph imagery does not seem to reveal any plasma leaving the Sun. The flare producing machine is now in a good location for potential Earth directed eruptions.
"And with this now being the 49th X-Flare of the current solar cycle, we have tied the X-Flare total from the previous solar cycle 24. When will #50 take place? Stay tuned to find out."
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#SpaceWeather update via #SolarHam
"So is old region #AR3664 still active? Of course it is!
"An X2.9 solar flare was observed around the returning region at 07:08 UTC (May 27, 2024). The event is also responsible for an energetic coronal mass ejection (#CME) now emerging in updated coronagraph imagery. Because the sunspot region is still located behind the east limb, the flare itself was likely stronger than the X2.9 measurement. The CME itself should be directed away from our planet. We may see some busy days ahead of us. Stay tuned!"
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#SpaceWeather update via #SolarHam
"So is old region #AR3664 still active? Of course it is!
"An X2.9 solar flare was observed around the returning region at 07:08 UTC (May 27, 2024). The event is also responsible for an energetic coronal mass ejection (#CME) now emerging in updated coronagraph imagery. Because the sunspot region is still located behind the east limb, the flare itself was likely stronger than the X2.9 measurement. The CME itself should be directed away from our planet. We may see some busy days ahead of us. Stay tuned!"
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Estimated X12 #SolarFlare from [presumed] #AR3664, which is on the far side of the Sun right now.
#CarringtonEvent was believed to be X45.
#AR3664 will be Earth-facing again soon.
"A fast moving, full halo coronal mass ejection (CME) is seen leaving the Sun this morning beginning around 05:30 UTC (May 20). Based on updated imagery, this event occurred on the farside of the Sun and is not Earth directed. Perhaps our old friend AR 3664 is up to its old tricks again. We should begin to see the big sunspot region turn back into view early next week."
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Estimated X12 #SolarFlare from [presumed] #AR3664, which is on the far side of the Sun right now.
#CarringtonEvent was believed to be X45.
#AR3664 will be Earth-facing again soon.
"A fast moving, full halo coronal mass ejection (CME) is seen leaving the Sun this morning beginning around 05:30 UTC (May 20). Based on updated imagery, this event occurred on the farside of the Sun and is not Earth directed. Perhaps our old friend AR 3664 is up to its old tricks again. We should begin to see the big sunspot region turn back into view early next week."
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Incoming Region Produces X3 Solar Flare
May 15, 2024 @ 14:55 UTC"Another major solar flare, but this time from an active region just beginning to turn into view off the east limb. It is possible that the group responsible is old AR 3654 from the previous rotation. The latest flare, an X2.99 event just peaked at 14:38 UTC (May 15). Stay tuned!"
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Incoming Region Produces X3 Solar Flare
May 15, 2024 @ 14:55 UTC"Another major solar flare, but this time from an active region just beginning to turn into view off the east limb. It is possible that the group responsible is old AR 3654 from the previous rotation. The latest flare, an X2.99 event just peaked at 14:38 UTC (May 15). Stay tuned!"
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The latest #Spaceweather update from Spaceweather.com
"Because the sunspot is behind the edge of the solar disk, the flare was partially #eclipsed. It was probably even stronger than it appeared. 'X8.7' is almost certainly an underestimate of the flare's true strength.
"Extreme ultraviolet radiation from the flare ionized the top of Earth's atmosphere, causing a deep shortwave #RadioBlackout over the Americas. Ham radio operators, aviators and mariners may have noticed a sudden loss of signal at all frequencies below 30 MHz.
"Subatomic debris from this event might soon reach Earth, guided toward our planet by the #ParkerSpiral. Also, a #CME might be in the offing. Stay tuned for updates!
"EARTH IS CONNECTED TO SUNSPOT AR3664: Giant sunspot AR3664 is no longer facing Earth. That makes it extra dangerous. The #Carrington-class sunspot is passing over the sun's western limb--a region of the sun that is magnetically connected to our planet. Indeed, we are feeling the effects of that connection right now.
"What's causing this? Protons accelerated by solar flares in the magnetic canopy of #AR3664 are following the #ParkerSpiral back to Earth. Think of it as a magnetic superhighway. The arriving particles are funneled by our planet's magnetic field toward the poles where they ionize the atmosphere and interfere with the normal transmission of shortwave radio."
https://spaceweather.com/repeat_images/parkerspiral2.png
https://spaceweather.com/images2024/14may24/teal/20240514_165546_1024_0131.jpg
#SolarFlare #SpaceWx #AmateurRadio #SolarCycle25 #SolarFlares #Geomagneticstorm #HamRadio #Blackout
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The latest #Spaceweather update from Spaceweather.com
"Because the sunspot is behind the edge of the solar disk, the flare was partially #eclipsed. It was probably even stronger than it appeared. 'X8.7' is almost certainly an underestimate of the flare's true strength.
"Extreme ultraviolet radiation from the flare ionized the top of Earth's atmosphere, causing a deep shortwave #RadioBlackout over the Americas. Ham radio operators, aviators and mariners may have noticed a sudden loss of signal at all frequencies below 30 MHz.
"Subatomic debris from this event might soon reach Earth, guided toward our planet by the #ParkerSpiral. Also, a #CME might be in the offing. Stay tuned for updates!
"EARTH IS CONNECTED TO SUNSPOT AR3664: Giant sunspot AR3664 is no longer facing Earth. That makes it extra dangerous. The #Carrington-class sunspot is passing over the sun's western limb--a region of the sun that is magnetically connected to our planet. Indeed, we are feeling the effects of that connection right now.
"What's causing this? Protons accelerated by solar flares in the magnetic canopy of #AR3664 are following the #ParkerSpiral back to Earth. Think of it as a magnetic superhighway. The arriving particles are funneled by our planet's magnetic field toward the poles where they ionize the atmosphere and interfere with the normal transmission of shortwave radio."
https://spaceweather.com/repeat_images/parkerspiral2.png
https://spaceweather.com/images2024/14may24/teal/20240514_165546_1024_0131.jpg
#SolarFlare #SpaceWx #AmateurRadio #SolarCycle25 #SolarFlares #Geomagneticstorm #HamRadio #Blackout
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#SolarHam #Spaceweather Update:
Largest #SolarFlare Of #SolarCycle25 Observed
May 14, 2024 @ 17:05 UTC (UPDATED)
"The largest solar flare of the current solar cycle 25, and largest since 2017 was just observed around deparing #AR3664 off the west limb. The #X8.7 event peaked at 16:51 UTC (May 14) causing a strong R3 level radio blackout directly over North America. More to follow.
"And Then...
"An eruption in the vicinity of newly assigned #AR3682 measuring M4.4 was observed at 17:38 UTC (May 14). This event looks to be eruptive, meaning a #CME will be produced.
"Solar Cycle 25 just kicked it up a notch!"
#AmateurRadio #CMEs #SolarFlares #ParkerSpiral? #XClassFlares #SpaceWx
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#SolarHam #Spaceweather Update:
Largest #SolarFlare Of #SolarCycle25 Observed
May 14, 2024 @ 17:05 UTC (UPDATED)
"The largest solar flare of the current solar cycle 25, and largest since 2017 was just observed around deparing #AR3664 off the west limb. The #X8.7 event peaked at 16:51 UTC (May 14) causing a strong R3 level radio blackout directly over North America. More to follow.
"And Then...
"An eruption in the vicinity of newly assigned #AR3682 measuring M4.4 was observed at 17:38 UTC (May 14). This event looks to be eruptive, meaning a #CME will be produced.
"Solar Cycle 25 just kicked it up a notch!"
#AmateurRadio #CMEs #SolarFlares #ParkerSpiral? #XClassFlares #SpaceWx
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I just saw that there was an #XClass #SolarFlare (X8.79?). Not sure where it originated from. If it's #AR3664, we could be in for a #ParkerSpiral event. More soon...
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I just saw that there was an #XClass #SolarFlare (X8.79?). Not sure where it originated from. If it's #AR3664, we could be in for a #ParkerSpiral event. More soon...
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From Kevin at SolarHam:
"Message To Viewers
I would like to thank anybody who has ever made a donation towards the #SolarHam website and the work that I do. Without you all, this site would not be possible.
If you enjoy the SolarHam website and want to support the work that I do, please consider a donation if possible. Now that solar activity is on the rise, I put much time and effort into keeping SolarHam one of the most up to date and accurate space weather destinations on the web. Plans are in place to have automated data and graphics on site to improve the user experience. Once this is completed, a long delayed mobile App will finally be in the works.
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Donations can be made securely via PayPal, even if you do not have a PayPal account.
If you prefer not to use PayPal, please E-Mail me for other options ([email protected]).
Any donation big or small is greatly appreciated and goes directly towards the daily operation of the SolarHam website.
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#SolarHam summary of the #auroras
MAY The 3664th
May 13, 2024 @ 00:45 UTC
"I just want to say thank you for your support the past few days. I did not get much sleep as SolarHam is a one person operation, however the Extreme #GeomagneticStorm generated a record number of visitors to the website. I appreciate everybody who continues to follow SolarHam on both the main website and on social media. Hard to believe I have been doing this now for over 18 years!
"I would like to share with you an article I wrote detailing the extreme geomagnetic storm titled 'May the 3664th'. I compiled data and imagery, all in chronological order to show how the events unfolded. I also added a small fraction of the aurora imagery that was submitted so far. Thanks again!"
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#SolarHam summary of the #auroras
MAY The 3664th
May 13, 2024 @ 00:45 UTC
"I just want to say thank you for your support the past few days. I did not get much sleep as SolarHam is a one person operation, however the Extreme #GeomagneticStorm generated a record number of visitors to the website. I appreciate everybody who continues to follow SolarHam on both the main website and on social media. Hard to believe I have been doing this now for over 18 years!
"I would like to share with you an article I wrote detailing the extreme geomagnetic storm titled 'May the 3664th'. I compiled data and imagery, all in chronological order to show how the events unfolded. I also added a small fraction of the aurora imagery that was submitted so far. Thanks again!"
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So, even though #AR3664 is no longer #EarthFacing, we may not be out of the woods yet...
via #SpaceWeather . com
"CMEs emitted by the departing sunspot [#AR3664] are no longer flying toward Earth. At most only glancing blows are likely from eruptions on May 12th through 14th.
"The danger could return on May 15th, however. On that date the sunspot will pass through a region of the sun magnetically connected to Earth via the #ParkerSpiral. Subatomic debris (protons and electrons) from explosions on May 15th and 16th could spiral back to Earth and rain down our planet. This is called a 'radiation storm;' it can upset #satellite #electronics and cause polar #RadioBlackouts. "
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So, even though #AR3664 is no longer #EarthFacing, we may not be out of the woods yet...
via #SpaceWeather . com
"CMEs emitted by the departing sunspot [#AR3664] are no longer flying toward Earth. At most only glancing blows are likely from eruptions on May 12th through 14th.
"The danger could return on May 15th, however. On that date the sunspot will pass through a region of the sun magnetically connected to Earth via the #ParkerSpiral. Subatomic debris (protons and electrons) from explosions on May 15th and 16th could spiral back to Earth and rain down our planet. This is called a 'radiation storm;' it can upset #satellite #electronics and cause polar #RadioBlackouts. "
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X5.8 #SolarFlare
May 11, 2024 @ 01:45 UTC"While all of the excitement is surrounding the ongoing #geomagnetic storm, AR 3664 just produced a major X5.8 flare at 01:23 UTC. Updated imagery shows that a noteworthy #CME will be associated. More to follow!"
https://solarham.com/pictures/2024/may11_2024_x5.8.jpg
#SolarFlares #SolarCycle25 #CMEs #XClassFlare #SolarHam #SpaceWeather
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X5.8 #SolarFlare
May 11, 2024 @ 01:45 UTC"While all of the excitement is surrounding the ongoing #geomagnetic storm, AR 3664 just produced a major X5.8 flare at 01:23 UTC. Updated imagery shows that a noteworthy #CME will be associated. More to follow!"
https://solarham.com/pictures/2024/may11_2024_x5.8.jpg
#SolarFlares #SolarCycle25 #CMEs #XClassFlare #SolarHam #SpaceWeather