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NOAA’s updated alert stated the aurora could be seen tonight as far down as Pennsylvania, Iowa and Oregon.
Earlier this week, the Northern Lights and the Perseid meteor shower were seen in places such as New York, Poland, Spain and England.
Further Reading The Northern Lights seen from space (BBC)
Headline.
Certain areas of the most northern U.S. S. the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a warning on Saturday afternoon suggesting that people may have another opportunity to see the Northern Lights this weekend.
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Where Are The Lights Going to Be Tonight?
According to an updated NOAA alert, tonight’s aurora sightings could reach Pennsylvania, Iowa, and Oregon. The northern regions of Washington and Idaho, along with the majority of Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Maine, are above the viewing line (see map below) and have varying chances of seeing the lights.
What Kind of Lights Do You See?
The period from 10 p.m. me. and two a. M. is the ideal location for anyone hoping to see the Northern Lights, with cloud-free and low-light-pollution areas being the best for viewing.
How Are the Lights Photographed?
If possible, individuals wishing to take pictures of the phenomenon with their smartphones should do so in night mode and with a slow shutter speed.
Important Background.
Northern United States being affected by increased solar activity. s. since July, and Canada has continued, providing viewers of the aurora borealis with several chances to see the lights. Somewhere this week included New York, Poland, Spain, and England saw sightings of the Perseid meteor shower and the Northern Lights.”. As the sun gets closer to the end of an 11-year solar cycle, there will likely be an increase in solar activity, which is why aurora borealis visibility has increased. This increase is a part of a larger stretch of solar activity occurring throughout 2024. The source of geomagnetic storms before they produce auroras, sun spots, are expected to peak at up to 115 in 2025, according to NOAA forecasts.
Additional Reading.
View of the Northern Lights from space (BBC).
