As predicted a X1.9 class flare erupted at 4:30 this afternoon. This one will leave a mark. If the skies are clear you should see some Aurora tonite.
Recommend you put your tin foil hat on
The flare that hit Mercury last night was supposed to have evacuated all atmosphere temporarily and actually swept ROCKS off the surface into space. YIKES. I'm interested to see what their orbiter machine says.