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R2 (Moderate) HF Radio Blackout Event on 01 Apr, 2025

R2 Moderate radio blackout/GOES SUVI imagery
R2 (Moderate) HF Radio Blackout Event on 01 Apr, 2025
published: Wednesday, April 2, 2025 13:35 UTC UTC

Active Region 4046, located in the NE quadrant of the solar disk, produced an M5.6 X-ray flare (R2-Moderate radio blackout) that peaked at 01/0646 UTC. Analysis will be accomplished as imagery becomes available to determine if an associated CME was produced and any potential impacts at Earth. Stay tuned to our website for updates.