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Space Weather Conditions
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24-Hour Observed Maximums
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Current Space Weather Conditions
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R1 (Minor) Radio Blackout Impacts
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HF Radio: Weak or minor degradation of HF radio communication on sunlit side, occasional loss of radio contact.
Navigation: Low-frequency navigation signals degraded for brief intervals.
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R3 (Strong) HF Radio Blackout Event on 14 Sep 2024

R3 Strong radio blackout/GOES SUVI imagery/Explanations
R3 (Strong) HF Radio Blackout Event on 14 Sep 2024
published: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 03:55 UTC

An X4.5 flare occurred at approximately 14/1529 UTC, resulting in R3 (Strong) HF radio blackouts. Continue to monitor our web page for updated forecasts, alerts, and warnings.