The intense eruption originated from sunspot region AR4087 and reached its peak at 4:25am EDT (0825 GMT) on Tuesday (May 14), as reported by the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC).

The warning came after Earth was struck by a series of X-class solar flares — the highest magnitude of these intense radiation bursts — that erupted from the extremely active sunspot AR4087 ...

The intense eruption came from sunspot region AR4087 and peaked at 4:25am EDT (0825 GMT) on Tuesday (May 14), according to the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC). The powerful X2.7-class ...

NASA scientists have issued a warning after a powerful solar flare erupted from sunspot region AR4087 on May 14. The flare, classified as an X2.7 event, is the most intense of the year so far and ...

Recent solar flares, originating from sunspot AR4087, have triggered widespread radio blackouts and raised concerns about Earth's vulnerability to space weather. A FEMA-led drill simulating a ...

Astronomers have warned of solar storms and other extreme space weather over the coming days and weeks, as an active part of the Sun rotates into view. The activity is expected to cause auroras ...

NASA has warned that massive solar storm is heading toward Earth, threatening to disrupt communications, navigation systems, and power grids around the world.

Article continues below Originating from sunspot AR4087, which is progressively turning towards Earth, this region of the Sun has exhibited volatility, unleashing several flares within hours ...

Other observers noted that the sunspot AR4087 could lead to supercharged auroras as it lines up with Earth. “This is getting intense,” space photographer Vincent Ledvina wrote in a social ...

Called AR4087, the spot is not completely aligned with Earth, but it’s currently turning toward our planet. “If the explosions continue for a few more days, however, Earth will find itself ...

Other observers noted that the sunspot AR4087 could lead to supercharged auroras as it lines up with Earth. “This is getting intense,” space photographer Vincent Ledvina wrote in a social media post. ...

Astronomers say sunspot AR4087 is coming into view and lining up with the Earth, increasing the chance of Northern Lights and blackouts. Aurora expert Vincent Ledvina said: "This is getting intense, ...