A powerful X2.7-class solar flare has erupted from the Sun, sparking R3-level radio blackouts across Europe, Asia and the Middle East - and experts warn more could be on the way

A massive solar flare has erupted from the Sun, triggering powerful radio blackouts across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Scientists are now warning that more disruption could be on the way as the active sunspot region responsible for the eruption rotates directly toward Earth.

As solar flares continue to increase in magnitude, there could be even more impacts on travel and communication this upcoming week.