Solar Flare 2024 News Update. The national oceanic and atmospheric administration says there have been measurable effects and impacts from the geomagnetic storm. The sun emitted a strong solar flare, peaking at 3:08 a.m.

The sun released another powerful burst of energy today, known as a solar flare, reaching its peak intensity on may 12, 2024 at 12:26 p.m. This solar flare is the largest of solar cycle 25 and is classified as an x8.7 flare.