by Mitch Battros -
Earth Changes Media
Solar activity has increased to active during the past 24
hours, featuring a long duration M9.1 flare and six C flares.
The M9.1 flare was released by sunspot region 1598 on the
east limb of the Sun and peaked at 18:14 UT on October 20th. A
high-speed shock wave registered 516 kilometers per second (320
miles per second) observed at 18:15 UT. An associated CME was
observed by LASCO C2 at 19:00 UT, but is not directed towards
Earth.
Earlier today sunspot region 1596 produced a M1.3
(2003UT), C7.8 (0316UT), and C5.6 (0534UT). Both regions 1596
and 1598 maintain potential for further isolated M-class to
X-class activity.
Solar wind speed is expected to increase slightly days
one and two under the influence of a coronal hole wind stream.
NASA and NOAA has issued a WARNING for high flying aircraft, the
ISS, NSSO and NSTAC due to an increased possibility of satellite
deep dielectric discharge.
In a flux of high energy charged particles, they
penetrate the spacecraft or satellite's outer surface and bury
themselves in dielectric materials such as circuit boards and
the insulation in coaxial cables. The buildup of charge will
continue until the dielectric strength of the material is
exceeded, when a sudden electrical discharge will occur. This
miniature lightning stroke can cause permanent damage in the
associated or nearby circuitry.
Watch for increased extreme weather events which include
earthquake, volcano, tornado, and cyclone activity over the next
48 to 72 hours.
Mitch Battros
Producer - Earth Changes Media
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