In the next two days, X-class solar flares, the maximum class, are predicted. This was reported by specialists from the Institute of Applied Geophysics, noting that on June 25 and 26, solar activity will remain at a moderate to high level.
In scientific classification, solar flares are divided into five categories – A, B, C, M, and X. Each subsequent step signifies a tenfold increase in X-ray radiation power compared to the previous one. Class X is considered the strongest and includes the most energetic events on the Sun's surface.
Such flares are often accompanied by ejections of enormous volumes of solar plasma. If such a cloud moves towards Earth, it can cause magnetic storms of varying intensity. In some cases, geomagnetic disturbances can affect the operation of satellites, radio communication systems, navigation, and high-frequency communication channels.
Experts note that a flare itself does not necessarily mean a strong magnetic storm will occur. Its probability depends on whether a coronal mass ejection happens, whether it is directed towards Earth, and how powerful the solar plasma flow will be. Therefore, the final assessment of possible consequences will only become clear after the event itself is registered and its parameters are analyzed.
Earlier, "Perviy Tekhnicheskiy" reported that a G1-level magnetic storm began on Earth around midnight and intensified overnight, according to the Laboratory of Solar Astronomy of IKI RAS and ISZF SB RAS. It reached its peak around 6:30 AM Moscow time.