The flares are coming from a solar region that was created in late January.

This Feb. 4, 2026, image from NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) captures a strong solar flare erupting from the star.

Multiple M-class and X-class solar flares erupted within 24 hours as an active sunspot released intense radiation affecting Earth’s upper atmosphere and radio communications.

Sunspot AR3184 erupted with an X1.9-class solar flare. NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) captured the fireworks. The sunspot has been very active since it rotated into SDO's view. Credit: ...

Solar flare triggers tech blackouts as X8.11-class eruption disrupts GPS, streaming, and satellite services ahead of incoming ...

A surge of solar activity could trigger auroras.

Space weather has seen a flurry of activity this week. An explosive solar flare that erupted Tuesday, just two days after the ...

In India, Indian Space Research Organisation said it is closely tracking the situation and warned of possible radio blackouts ...

In a dramatic escalation of solar activity, the sun has unleashed an X8.3 flare — 2026’s strongest yet — causing radio blackouts as scientists monitor Earth-directed CMEs ...

An impulsive X4.2 solar flare sparked strong radio blackouts across Africa and Europe as the giant sunspot continues to rage.

India braces as the Sun unleashes powerful flares, threatening satellites, communications, and power grids. ISRO monitors ...

NASA has reported a X4.2 solar flare, so what does it mean? We break down what a solar flare is and how it connects to the aurora Australis.