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The Sun Unleashed a Huge Solar Flare at Earth

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X9 solar flare launched from sun is the biggest in 7 years — and Earth is in the firing line (again)

The sun has unleashed its most powerful solar flare in 7 years, following another supercharged explosion earlier in the week. Both outbursts have launched coronal mass ejections (CMEs) at Earth, which could trigger vibrant aurora displays across large parts of our planet this weekend.

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The Sun Unleashed a Huge Solar Flare at Earth, And We're on Aurora Alert

Solar flares and coronal mass ejections are normal behavior for the Sun, particularly when it's in the peak of its activity cycle, as scientists believe is the case right now. They often occur in association with each other, erupting from sunspots on the surface of the Sun.

Largest solar flare in 7 years erupts toward Earth

The largest solar flare of the current solar cycle exploded Thursday, emanating from a sunspot directly facing Earth. Classified as an X-9, this is the most powerful flare of the cycle to date.

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Updated: Prepare For Big Northern Lights Display This Weekend After Massive Solar Flare

The Northern Lights may be seen in the U.S. this weekend after major solar activity this week, including the largest solar flare of the current Solar Cycle 25.

USA TODAY on MSN · 3d

Northern lights forecast for northern US, Midwest this week as solar flares increase

The aurora is expected to be bright and visible in multiple northern U.S. states Oct. 3 through Oct. 5 as well as from the lower Midwest to Oregon.

Newsweek on MSN · 2d

Northern Lights To Dazzle US This Weekend Due to Double Solar Ejection

Two strong solar flares in the space of 48 hours will bring stunning auroras to northern states and the Midwest over the next few days.

Live Science on MSN4d

Monster X-class flare launches massive solar storm towards Earth — and could trigger auroras this weekend

The sun just unleashed one of its largest solar explosions in recent years, temporarily causing a radio blackout on Earth and ...

Strongest solar eruption of current cycle just occurred; Strong to extreme geomagnetic storm possible

On this Thursday morning a very strong solar flare occurred and is now sending even more geomagnetic energy toward Earth.

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Sky watchers expecting weekend aurora borealis show following huge solar flares

Sky watchers across North America are anxiously anticipating what could be the most intense display of aurora borealis in ...

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Drivers warned as massive solar storm set to disrupt GPS systems and power grids

The solar flare has already caused a shortwave radio blackout over large parts of the Pacific Ocean, including Hawaii, and ...

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