Oglethorpe posted:

world is preparing to shart itself with uncontrolled flatulence in its death throes

just_a_person posted:

Do CME knock down star link satellites? If so here's hoping for more.

AceClown posted:

bit wet in New York right now apparently

https://x.com/MrMatthewTodd/status/1707739004529988066?s=20

https://x.com/nyscanner/status/1707753192258228411?s=20

hobbesmaster posted:

I mean, when you see something that big you’re praying carrington and not miyake.

Diamonds On MY Fish posted:

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FlapYoJacks posted:

My name is Coronaholio. I need TP for my space hole.

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The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a geomagnetic storm warning on the heels of a massive solar event this morning. Region 3514, located over the far northwest area of the Sun, emitted an X2.8 flare (R3). This likely ranks as one of the largest solar radio events ever recorded.

On Dec 14 at 1702 UTC, AR 3514 produced an X2.8 flare, causing R3 (Strong) radio blackouts on portions of the sunlit side of the Earth. These blackouts may temporarily degrade or completely lose high frequency radio signals.

This flare stands as the largest of this solar cycle and the biggest since the X8.2 flare observed at GOES-15 on Sep 10, 2017. SWPC forecasters will closely monitor this sunspot region due to its potential for producing additional M-class and greater flares.
The flare, categorized as Class X, represents the highest intensity in the solar flare classification system. Solar flares are ranked from A to X, with X being the most powerful. The classes are further divided by numbers, indicating their relative strength. An X2 flare, for instance, is twice as potent as an X1.

The immediate effect of this solar flare has been temporary radio blackouts across South America, resulting in a partial or complete loss of radio signals for approximately two hours. This impact illustrates the flare’s potential to disrupt radio communications on Earth.

Scientists warn that the arrival of this solar flare’s energy could spark geomagnetic storms and lead to substantial power outages. Geomagnetic storms, caused by interactions between solar emissions and the Earth’s magnetic field, can have far-reaching effects on power grids, satellite operations, and various forms of communication.

In summary, the occurrence of this Class X2.8 solar flare serves as a reminder of our Sun’s immense power and the potential impact of solar activity on our technologically dependent society. As scientists continue to monitor the Sun’s activity, this event underscores the importance of preparedness for space weather events and the need for ongoing research in solar physics.

mawarannahr posted:

is this what hosed mobile??