Jonathon et al; You might want to check out Mike Boschat's web page if you want to find out more about the solar flares or anything else about astronomy for that matter! His address is "http://www.atm.daldot ca/~andromed/" As usual, I have all the standard disclaimers. I have nothing to gain from this site EXCEPT a vast amount of knowledge! Clear skies to you all. It has been cloudy here since 2 weeks before Christmas! Dan