Rare aurora could glow over north Georgia as space storm hits
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A strong G4 geomagnetic storm triggered by a solar flare and coronal mass ejection could produce faint northern lights visible in north Georgia tonight, depending on a KP index of 8–9. Observers should seek dark skies away from city lights, and a visible aurora may be hard to see with the naked eye. Solar storms can also affect GPS, satellites, and power grids.
- Rare northern lights may be visible in north Georgia skies amid strong solar storm 11Alive.com
- Update: G4 (Severe) Geomagnetic Storm Alert Issued NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (.gov)
- Northern lights may be visible in several states tonight. See forecast USA Today
- Positive particles prove negative for aurora sightings in NC WRAL
- Send us your photos of the northern lights in Minnesota Star Tribune
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