Sneaky Sunspot Triggers Radio Blackouts #solarflare #sun #space

Sneaky Sunspot Triggers Radio Blackouts #solarflare #sun #space

A "sneaky" sunspot, AR3599, unexpectedly emitted a powerful M7.4 class solar flare, followed by a coronal mass ejection (CME) speeding through space at 1.7 million mph.

This solar event led to widespread radio blackouts across Africa and the South Atlantic, affecting ham radio operations for up to 30 minutes. Solar flares, sudden bursts of electromagnetic radiation from the sun, vary in intensity from A-class, the weakest, to X-class, the most intense.

This flare's impact ionized Earth's upper atmosphere, disrupting shortwave radio communications. Although the CME is anticipated to miss Earth, a slight chance remains for minor geomagnetic storms, hinting at potential auroral displays.

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