If the Northern Lights are on your must-see list of natural wonders, you might soon get a chance to witness this stunning phenomenon. On July 13, the Northern Lights, commonly known as the Northern Lights, can appear in more than 17 US states.
As explained by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center, the mesmerizing light show is usually caused by the solar wind emitted by the sun and interacting with the magnetic field. Earth field.
According to NOAA, auroras occur when electrons from space travel along Earth’s magnetic field lines and collide with atoms and molecules in the upper atmosphere. This collision produces a bright light similar to how the electrons in a neon light interact with a gas to produce a variety of colors.
The Institute of Geophysics at the University of Alaska Fairbanks has forecast high aurora activity next Thursday, with bright light shows expected in parts of Canada and the United States.
Where can you watch the Northern lights?
If the weather is clear, the Northern Lights can be seen in the northern region of 17 states.
“Aurora activity will be high (+). Weather permitting, highly active aurora displays will be seen overhead from Inuvik, Yellowknife, Rankin and Iqaluit to Vancouver, Helena, Minneapolis, Milwaukee , Bay City, Toronto, Montpelier and Charlottetown, and visible on the low horizon from Salem, Boise, Cheyenne, Lincoln, Indianapolis and Annapolis,” forecast of the University of Alaska Fairbanks Institute of Geophysics said.
Here is the complete list:
Alaska
Montana
North Dakota
South Dakota
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Michigan
Maine
state of Maryland
New York
New Hampshire
Washington
Vermont
Idaho
Oregon
Wyoming
Indiana
When can you see the Aurora lightning?
To maximize your chances of viewing this celestial spectacle, the best time to look for the Northern Lights is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time, the Space Weather Prediction Center advises. You should stay away from city lights to increase your visibility.
The brightness of the aurora is affected by geomagnetic activity, with higher activity resulting in a more vivid display. As the date approaches, NOAA will monitor activity and provide forecasts.
The last significant Northern Lights event in the United States occurred in late April when a geomagnetic storm allowed light to be observed in 30 states. Notably, parts of Iowa, North Dakota and Kansas were treated to awe-inspiring aurora borealis.
If witnessing the magical dance of the Northern Lights has always been your dream, keep an eye on the upcoming forecast and prepare for a breathtaking experience in the night sky.
Categories: Optical Illusion
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