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According to the laboratory's report, over the past ten years, only one day has been more active — December 29, 2024. Now, February 1, 2026, ranks second in the number of outbreaks. Scientists noted that the constant release of energy in M-class flares appears to be the only factor that restrains flares of higher intensity.
According to the Institute of Applied Geophysics, the peak of the most powerful flare was recorded at 15:33 Moscow time on February 1.
