Solar radiation storm warning issued and canceled after M5.8 solar flare, major X1.1 flare erupts at 20:50 UTC
A surge in solar activity, including a major X1.1 flare, has triggered radio blackouts and warnings of an impending G3-class magnetic storm.
📍 Aftermath
A powerful X-class solar flare triggered radio blackouts across North America and led scientists to expect a strong geomagnetic storm. A solar radiation storm warning was issued and subsequently canceled after an M5.8 solar flare, followed by a major X1.1 flare.
Epilogue added 87d ago, after coverage quieted.
Answered
What was the strongest flare reported?
A major X1.1 flare erupted at 20:50 UTC.
What immediate impact has the solar activity had?
A solar eruption triggered a radio blackout over North America.
When is the magnetic storm expected to arrive?
A strong G3-class magnetic storm is expected to hit Earth on July 2.
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The Sun has exhibited increased activity, releasing 17 flares within a 24-hour period. This includes an M5.8 solar flare and a major X1.1 flare that erupted at 20:50 UTC.
These events have already caused a radio blackout over North America. Coverage from NASA Science, India Today, and AKIpress News Agency emphasizes the volatility of these eruptions.
While one radiation storm warning was issued and subsequently canceled, reports indicate the Sun has returned to dangerous activity levels. Attention is now focused on July 2, when a strong G3-class magnetic storm is expected to hit Earth.
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