Video: The Sun Has Created a Powerful Solar Eruption

The Sun has produced a powerful solar eruption, reaching its peak on June 20, 2023, at 1:09 PM EDT (9:09 PM Yerevan time).

Solar flares are massive eruptions of energy. The flares and solar eruptions can affect high-frequency (HF) radio communications, electrical grids, navigation signals, and pose risks to spacecraft and astronauts.

This eruption is classified as an X1.0 flare. X-class signifies the most intense flares, while the number provides additional information regarding its strength.