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Wednesday, October 16, 2024 03:33:13

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Space Weather Conditions
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24-Hour Observed Maximums
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Latest Observed
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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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S3 (Strong) Solar Radiation Storm in Progress

S3 (Strong) Solar Radiation Storm in Progress
S3 (Strong) Solar Radiation Storm in Progress
published: Friday, October 11, 2024 16:14 UTC

S3 (Strong) solar radiation storm conditions were reached the morning of 9 October (Eastern time zone). Storm conditions of at least S1-S2 (Minor-Moderate) are likely to continue into 10-11 October. This event is associated with the X1.8 (R3) solar flare the evening of 8 October and its related coronal mass ejection (CME). Visit our webpage for the latest information and updates about this event.