Regarding the radio outburst reported by Dr. Phillips, here's a short comment
from Roger Sinnott of Sky & Telescope:
Joe,
Don't forget the auroral activity as a possible explanation -- I monitor the
ham bands, and many have experienced communication troubles this past week.
-- Roger
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