News about Earth

Momentum is building in the flare activity on the Sun. With each successive flare, we seem to be only increasing in background x-rays. More activity likely to come from these regions! Stay aware, everyone! pic.twitter.com/MlSnorOGbp

X1.08 (barely an X!) flare just occured now around AR 3663. Let's monitor to see if any CME occurs because of this event, I am guessing we won't have anything spectacular, since this region has been unimpressive at producing CMEs so far. HF comms may now be affected. pic.twitter.com/WukkID6koi

The Sun emitted two strong solar flares, peaking at 9:41 p.m. ET on May 7, 2024, and 1:09 a.m. ET on May 8, 2024. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory captured images of the events, which were both classified as X1.0. go.nasa.gov/3UTOd9m pic.twitter.com/Slk9lexdSp

A Triple Play! Back-to-back #solarstorm direct hits chase a third storm to Earth. First impact begins midday May 10. NOAA models show the direct hits should arrive by early May 11. Expect #aurora chances well into mid-latitudes. G2+ conditions possible. Expect #GPS, #HF radio… pic.twitter.com/imJzt3SCfd