Solar activity remains at a low level. Numerous flares have been produced since the last message, the largest being a C4.9 from NOAA 14551 at 15:49 UT yesterday. NOAA 14551 is yet to produce a major flare, however the region has continued to grow in size, remains complex, and was the source of 14 flares since the last message. The MFW will remain active for now with NOAA 14551 as the target region. Further C-class activity is likely with the chance for a >M5 event in the next 24-48 hours.
The position of NOAA 14551 on 16-Oct-2026 at 7:30 UT is:
S15W10, (162", -341")