| Here is the current forecast discussion on space weather and geophysical activity, issued 2019 Oct 17 1230 UTC. Solar Activity 24 hr Summary:  Solar activity was very low. The solar disk was spotless. No Earth-directed CMEs were observed. Forecast:  Solar activity is expected to continue at very low levels on 17-19 Oct. Energetic Particle 24 hr Summary:  The greater than 2 MeV electron flux was at normal levels and the greater than 10 MeV proton flux was steady at background levels. Forecast:  The greater than 2 MeV electron flux is expected be at normal levels on Oct 17-19. The greater than 10 MeV proton flux is expected to persist at background levels throughout the forecast period. Solar Wind 24 hr Summary:  Solar wind parameters were at nominal levels. Solar wind speed ranged mostly between 380-450 km/s. Total field ranged from 1-7 nT while the Bz component was between +4/-5 nT. Phi angle was mostly oriented in a positive solar sector. Forecast:  Background solar wind conditions are expected on 17-19 Oct. Geospace 24 hr Summary:  The geomagnetic field was quiet. Forecast:  Quiet conditions, with a chance of isolated unsettled periods, are anticipated for 17-19 Oct. 
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