"Alert: Impending Geomagnetic Storm Could Illuminate Skies with Northern Lights"

NOAA has issued a Geomagnetic Storm Watch for Monday and Tuesday, potentially bringing Northern Lights to parts of the U.S. The Space Weather Prediction Center forecasts moderate auroras during this time, with the best viewing expected in the northern tier of the country. However, widespread clouds may obstruct visibility for many cities. Geomagnetic storms occur when solar flares trigger Coronal Mass Ejections, which interact with Earth's magnetic field and energize the upper atmosphere, potentially causing disruptions to the electric grid, GPS, and radio waves. NOAA predicts a stronger peak of solar activity in 2024, suggesting more frequent auroras in the U.S.