A strong M5.7 solar flare erupted from the sun on May 10, producing a coronal mass ejection that may graze Earth later this week.

The eruption came from sunspot region AR4436, which is rotating into a more direct position toward Earth, increasing the likelihood of future impacts.

While most of the solar material is expected to miss Earth, forecasters say a small portion could arrive around May 13 and trigger minor geomagnetic storms.

The flare already caused a temporary radio blackout over the Atlantic due to interference with high-frequency communications, Space.com has reported.

Scientists also warn that additional solar flares, including potentially stronger events, could occur as active sunspot regions continue to evolve.