Moderate Solar X-ray Flare Causes Radio Blackouts

NOAA reported a moderate R2-class solar X-ray event, peaking at M7.7, on June 3, 2026. The event began at 06:48 UTC, reached its maximum at 07:00 UTC, and concluded by 07:07 UTC, originating from location N08W14 on the sun.

This solar flare caused potential impacts, primarily a limited blackout of high-frequency (HF) radio communication for tens of minutes. The area of impact is centered on the sub-solar point on Earth's sunlit side. This R2-Moderate event signifies a notable space weather occurrence.