Severe Solar Storms May Bring Northern Lights to 21 US States
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Space weather forecasters warn of severe solar storms caused by recent coronal mass ejections from the sun, which could produce spectacular auroras visible across much of the northern U.S. and even further south, while also potentially disrupting communications and power grids. The sun's heightened activity, part of its 11-year cycle, increases the likelihood of these displays and disruptions, with experts advising on how to view the auroras safely and effectively.
- Severe solar storms could hit Earth, space forecasters say. Here’s how to see auroras PBS
- G4 (Severe) Watch in Effect for 12 November Space Weather. gov (.gov)
- Northern lights may be visible in 21 US states tonight Space
- Another, Faster Moving CME Blasts from the Sun Early on 11 November NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (.gov)
- Northern lights could be visible in Utah, as NOAA issues 'very rare' geomagnetic storm watch KSL.com
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