In a flurry of solar activity, the Sun unleashed three massive solar flares within 24 hours, NASA reports. The first two flares, peaking at X1.9 and X1.6 magnitude respectively, were swiftly followed by the most impressive one, an X6.3 event, making it the most potent of the current 11-year solar cycle, known as cycle 25.

The eruption of X-class solar flares, which are graded based on their intensity, can have significant impacts on space weather and communications on Earth. The recent solar flares caused radio disruptions over the Pacific and Indian oceans, leading to back-to-back radio blackouts rated "R3" or higher on a scale of 1 to 5.

While concerns were raised about a potential link between the solar flares and a widespread AT&T network outage that occurred Thursday morning, experts from the Space Weather Prediction Center dispelled the connection, indicating that solar flares typically do not affect cellphone frequencies.

Despite disrupting radio communications, the first two flares did not release coronal mass ejections (CMEs), which are slower shock waves of magnetic energy from the Sun. CMEs, if present, can potentially impact satellite operations and even induce captivating auroras such as the northern lights when they reach Earth.

As we look ahead, there is a possibility of more X-class solar flares and CMEs in the coming days, as the sunspot cluster responsible for the recent eruptions, referred to as "Active Region 3590," remains highly active. Scientists continue to monitor the situation closely, awaiting more data to determine if the recent powerful solar flares have indeed unleashed a CME.

As the Sun continues to exhibit heightened activity, astronomers and space weather forecasters are on alert, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and preparedness for potential space weather impacts on Earth and in the solar system.