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Monday, February 16, 2026 20:27:45

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Space Weather Conditions
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24-Hour Observed Maximums
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Latest Observed
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R1-R2 --
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Current Space Weather Conditions
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R1 (Minor) Radio Blackout Impacts
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HF Radio: Weak or minor degradation of HF radio communication on sunlit side, occasional loss of radio contact.
Navigation: Low-frequency navigation signals degraded for brief intervals.
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G2 Geomagnetic Storm Alert

G2 Alert with Ovation aurora model showing view line
G2 Geomagnetic Storm Alert
published: Monday, February 16, 2026 20:23 UTC

G2 geomagnetic storm levels reached, likely associated with a coronal hole high speed stream. Winds exceeding 700 km/s (over 1.6 million mph) have been observed at L1. Monitor our website for updates.

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