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A burst of charged particles from the sun is racing toward Earth, bringing the Aurora Borealis to states that rarely see the dancing lights. Skywatchers from New York to Wisconsin could witness the celestial show Thursday night into Friday morning.
A solar flare is bringing the aurora borealis to nine U.S. states tonight and Friday, giving millions of Americans a rare chance to witness nature's light show. The best viewing window runs from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. local time.
A powerful solar flare erupted from the sun on May 10, sending a burst of charged particles toward Earth that could create stunning aurora displays across northern states and the UK by May 13. Space weather forecasters say the glancing blow could trigger minor geomagnetic storm conditions.
A powerful solar flare erupted from the sun on May 10, sending a wave of charged particles toward Earth that could light up the night sky with auroras across the northern U.S. and U.K. by May 13. Sky watchers in high latitude regions might get a dazzling celestial show reminiscent of the historic solar storm that painted skies two years ago.
Australians could witness a stunning natural light show as solar activity brings the aurora australis closer than usual. The southern lights may be visible as early as Friday morning for those in the right spots.