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47815
From: Eve, [DNS_Address]
Subject: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
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Sunspot Region Produces X2.8 Flare, Largest Since Sep 10, 2017 published: Thursday, December 14, 2023 19:16 UTC An X2.8 flare occurred on 14 Dec at 1702 UTC from AR 3514, which produced R3 (Strong) radio blackouts on portions of the sunlit side of the Earth. |
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47830
From: pamela, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
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Just thought to add this other report about where the particles concentrated, "The radio signals most affected by the recent solar flare were predominantly located in Central and South America, where the particles made an impact. The resulting outage caused a brief but noticeable blackout, causing scientists and telecommunications companies to scramble to return online. Blackouts of this kind are generally quite brief and stem from radiation emanating from the Sun when the surface of the magma ball is extremely active." |
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47820
From: ryan, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
URL: https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/biggest-solar-flare-in-years-temporarily-disrupts-18556232.php
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Biggest solar flare in years temporarily disrupts radio signals on Earth By MARCIA DUNN, AP Aerospace WriterDec 15, 2023 This photo provided by NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory captured this image of a solar flare, as seen in the bright flash in the upper right, on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023. The sun spit out the huge flare at noon on Thursday, resulting in two hours of radio interference in the U.S. and other sunlit parts of the world. (NASA via AP) CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A NASA telescope has captured the biggest solar flare in years, which temporarily knocked out radio communication on Earth. The sun spit out the huge flare on Thursday, resulting in two hours of radio interference in parts of the U.S. and other sunlit parts of the world. Scientists said it was the biggest flare since 2017. Multiple pilots reported communication disruptions, with the impact felt across the country, said the government's Space Weather Prediction Center. Scientists are now monitoring this sunspot region and analyzing for a possible outburst of plasma from the sun, also known as a coronal mass ejection, directed at Earth. The eruption occurred in the far northwest section of the sun, according to the center. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory caught the action in extreme ultraviolet light, recording the powerful surge of energy as a huge, bright flash. Launched in 2010, the spacecraft is in an extremely high orbit around Earth, where it constantly monitors the sun. The sun is nearing the peak of its 11-year or so solar cycle. Maximum sunspot activity is predicted for 2025. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Science and Educational Media Group. The AP is solely responsible for all content. Dec 15, 2023 By MARCIA DUNN |
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47816
From: Sally KS, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
URL: https://gcn.gsfc.nasa.gov/notices_s/sw01202386000msb.jpeg
| Plus big grb too. Wow. Big smack. |
47817
From: Eve, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
URL: real time sky map
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Thanks. This GRB was from the southern hemisphere skies in constellation Pavo the peacock. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pavo_(constellation) The incoming feels are intense...wondering what's next. |
47818
From: Sally KS, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
| Yep just want to sleep feel like I got run over. |
47819
From: Eve, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
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I was so tired... tried to sleep but could not saw the X fare and knew why and then your post about the GRB I had looked some hours earlier and it was not reported then....Now I am in a feisty wide awake mood been awhile since I felt this...how long it will last till I crash I know not but I think it's gonna be maybe another all nighter. Energy may change fast though not sure what to expect just prepare myself for the unexpected and hope for the best. |
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47821
From: Sally KS, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: X2.8 Solar Flare, Largest Since Sep. 10, 2017
| And even more grbs today lol. |
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