Solar Storm Troubles: Increasing Frequency of Northern Lights in the Lower 48 and Impact on the U.S.
TL;DR
The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, may be visible over parts of the United States on Thursday and Friday nights. Sightings have already been reported in North Carolina and Virginia this year. The best chances for viewing the Northern Lights in the United States are in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Oklahoma. However, there may be considerable clouds and rain in Maryland and Virginia on Friday night. The aurora is typically shown as a green oval centered on Earth's magnetic pole, with red indicating more intense activity.
Topics:sciencescience-and-environment#aurora-borealis#forecast#northern-lights#science-and-environment#sightings#united-states
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