Stunning Video Captures Solar Flare Eruption

New footage shows a powerful coronal mass ejection from the Sun

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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A new video has captured the stunning eruption of plasma during a solar flare on the Sun. These coronal mass ejections are often the precursor to geomagnetic storms that can create beautiful auroras, but this particular event was not aimed at Earth.

Why it matters

Solar flares and coronal mass ejections are important to study as they can impact satellites, power grids, and communications on Earth. Understanding these solar events helps scientists better predict and prepare for their effects.

The details

The video shows a large plume of plasma bursting out from the Sun's surface during a powerful solar flare. These coronal mass ejections can send billions of tons of solar material hurtling into space at millions of miles per hour.

  • The video was captured on February 20, 2026.

The players

Sun

The star at the center of our solar system, which regularly experiences solar flares and coronal mass ejections.

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The takeaway

While this particular solar eruption was not aimed at Earth, events like these serve as a reminder of the dynamic nature of our Sun and the importance of continuing to study and monitor its activity.