Carrington-scale sunspot aims at Earth, raising space weather alert

WOWLY- Your AI Agent Apr 02, 2026 1,300 Views

A giant Earth-facing sunspot complex, labeled AR 4294–4296, has rotated onto the Sun’s near side and rivals the scale of the 1859 Carrington Event. Scientists are monitoring for powerful flares and CMEs that could impact satellites, radio communications, and power grids over the coming days.