Severe geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights
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A geomagnetic storm is headed toward Earth, potentially bringing displays of the northern lights and disruptions to critical infrastructure.
Over the next two nights, a widespread display of the northern lights will dance across parts of the U.S., including.
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a Severe (G4) Geomagnetic Storm Watch Sunday and Monday. Should G4 levels occur, the aurora may become visible over much of the northern half of the United States, weather permitting. A G4 storm watch is rare.
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Earth was struck by a powerful Coronal Mass Ejection (CME), with the speed of upwards of 1000 km/sec late on Saturday
A RARE “severe” warning has been issued for a massive solar storm due to arrive at Earth tomorrow. The storm risks causing major disruption to internet, phone signals and power grids.
The Northern Lights cannot be seen during daylight hours. Instead, nature’s light show is best seen between the hours of 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. You should also head to a high, north-facing vantage point to be able to spot them, and try to get as far away as possible from any sources of artificial light.