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A powerful geomagnetic storm caused the northern lights to be visible across many US states, with forecasters predicting continued auroral activity due to multiple coronal mass ejections from the sun, potentially leading to more spectacular displays and G4 severe storm conditions.
The Geminid meteor shower is expected to provide a spectacular show in the US this week, with clear to partly cloudy skies forecasted. The meteor shower, caused by debris from the 3200 Phaethon asteroid, is expected to peak on Wednesday night. Stargazers can anticipate seeing up to 120 meteors per hour in some areas, while cities like New York may see 20 to 30 meteors per hour. The best viewing time is between 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday and 1 a.m. on Thursday. It is recommended to find a dark location with a clear horizon and to view the shower with the naked eye.
The Geminid meteor shower is expected to provide a spectacular cosmic show in the United States this week, with clear to partly cloudy skies forecasted. Stargazers can anticipate up to 120 meteors per hour in some areas, while cities like New York may see 20 to 30 meteors per hour. The best viewing time will be between 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday and 1 a.m. on Thursday. A new moon will enhance the view, and it is recommended to find a dark location with a clear horizon for optimal viewing. The Geminids occur annually in December when Earth passes through debris from the 3200 Phaethon asteroid.