We might be able to see some aurora hereabouts soon. More satellites might blow up, too. Since I’ve never seen the aurora from the ground (and my view from the air was along a distant horizon through foggy airplane windows), I might consider it a reasonable trade. But only if I actually get to see it.
Late addition: The flare itself. <breathless>Priddy</breathless>.
Later addition: It arrived sooner than expected, so I missed it. It was also north-pointing, and therefore less damaging. Also, less spectacular, generally speaking.