Sunspot AR 3697 Continues to Erupt with Powerful Solar Flares

The hyperactive sunspot region, recently renamed, is producing significant X-class flares as it faces Earth again.

AR 3697 has emitted five X-class flares since May 27, including an X2.8 flare upon re-emergence.
Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy captured stunning close-up images of the sunspot's activity.
The sunspot's central position on the Sun's disk increases the likelihood of Earth-directed eruptions.
Recent flares have caused radio blackouts over various regions due to strong pulses of radiation.
The peak period for potential geomagnetic storms is expected between June 4 and June 6.