"Northern Lights Set to Illuminate Multiple US States Next Week: Here's How to Catch a Glimpse"

The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are predicted to be visible in parts of the U.S. and Canada next week, including in Salem, Oregon. The best viewing time is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, and clear skies are necessary. Other states that may have a chance to see the lights include Alaska, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Maine, Maryland, New York, New Hampshire, Washington, Vermont, Idaho, and Wyoming. The northern lights are caused by the interaction of the sun's charged particles with Earth's atmosphere, creating colorful displays in the night sky.