Solar Storm to Illuminate Skies with Spectacular Auroras in Multiple US States
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A solar storm expected on Thursday will give skygazers in 17 American states, including Alaska, Oregon, and New York, a chance to witness the Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis. This rare occurrence is due to an 11-year solar cycle that is peaking in 2024, making the lights visible in places farther south. The best viewing times are between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, away from city lights. The Geophysical Institute has forecast a Kp 6 geomagnetic index for Thursday's storm.
Topics:science#aurora-borealis#geomagnetic-storm#northern-lights#science-and-environment#skygazers#solar-storm
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