Impulsive X2.5 Solar Flare (2/16/2024) -

The fourth strongest solar flare of the current solar cycle (impulsive X2.5) was just detected around AR 3576 nearing the SW limb at 06:53 UTC (Feb 16). A coronal mass ejection (CME) is now emerging in the latest coronagraph imagery. A type II radio emission with an estimated velocity of 2674 km/s was recorded. Although the bulk of plasma should be aimed ahead of our planet, an Earth directed component will be possible. Stay tuned to for the most up to date information.