Skywatchers across the northern U.S. got a treat last night, as a minor geomagnetic storm has paint the night sky with vibrant northern lights.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted that auroras could be visible in more than a dozen states, including Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Some northernmost regions may even catch additional displays into this Tuesday night.
“This week’s combination of a dark early-morning sky and a minor geomagnetic storm makes for ideal viewing conditions,” NOAA officials said.
The moon, rising in the early morning hours, left the sky darker than usual, enhancing the vivid streaks of pink, green, and purple that characterize the aurora borealis.
