Monday, May 13, 2013

May 13: Strongest Solar Flare of the Year

On May 13, 2013, the strongest solar flare thus far this year occurred at 02:17 Universal Time. Once again, it was located behind the sun's northeastern limb. NASA classified the flash as a X1.7-class eruption. In a few days, this side of the sun will be facing Earth.

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