Major X2.9 Solar Flare + CME (5/27/2024) -

So is old region AR 3664 still active? Of course it is! An X2.9 solar flare was observed around the returning region at 07:08 UTC (May 27, 2024). The event is also responsible for an energetic coronal mass ejection (CME) now emerging in updated coronagraph imagery. Because the sunspot region is still located behind the east limb, the flare itself was likely stronger than the X2.9 measurement. The CME itself should be directed away from our planet. We may see some busy days ahead of us. Stay tuned! Imagery and video by the Solar Dynamics Observatory and STEREO Ahead. #solarflares #spaceweather #solarham