Rare G5 Storm Ignites Northern Lights Show in Unusual Spots, UK on Alert

May 13, 2024
Rare G5 Storm Ignites Northern Lights Show in Unusual Spots, UK on Alert
  • A rare G5 geomagnetic storm has sparked Northern Lights viewings as far south as Central Illinois and New York.

  • In the UK, anticipation is high for a third night of aurora borealis, with a yellow alert from AuroraWatch UK.

  • The Met Office has issued its first severe geomagnetic storm warning in nearly two decades.

  • Scientists anticipate the next solar maximum could peak by the end of 2024, increasing solar activity.

  • The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope has captured new, highly detailed images of the sun's surface.

  • NOAA's geomagnetic storm watch suggests New York City might see the Northern Lights on Sunday night.

  • Elon Musk has raised concerns about geomagnetic storms affecting SpaceX's Starlink satellites.

  • The Space Weather Prediction Center warns the storm could disrupt power, satellite communications, and radio.

  • For best viewing of the aurora, residents should find areas with low light pollution and use AuroraWatch UK's app for alerts.

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