Northern Lights May Be Visible in Parts of the US Due to Solar Storms
Solar activity could produce vibrant northern lights across several parts of the northern United States. Experts report that a major coronal mass ejection from the Sun is currently traveling toward Earth, raising the possibility of a strong geomagnetic storm.
This burst of solar energy is expected to reach the planet between Thursday evening and Friday morning. The visibility and intensity of the auroras will depend on the timing of the solar particles’ arrival and their interaction with Earth's magnetic field.
“Quite likely spin up overnight,” said Shawn Dahl, a space weather forecaster with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Authorities continue to monitor the storm and have issued a geomagnetic storm watch. However, they do not anticipate any major interference with radio or communication systems. Viewers can check the NOAA tracking tool to find out when and where the chances of seeing the northern lights are highest.
Author’s Summary
Solar storms may illuminate skies across northern U.S. regions with auroras, though minimal disruptions to communication systems are expected, according to NOAA forecasters.