Medicine & TechnologyFollowing a massive solar storm, the aurora near the North Pole will be exceptionally strong on Christmas Eve, according to the Met Office.
Geomagnetic storms or also known as solar storms are space weather events that come in the form of solar coronal mass ejections, causing disruptions to Earth's magnetic field. So, how does it cause Northern lights to appear?
Scientists have finally solved the final mystery surrounding the origins of the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, which involves particles surfing in waves.
Solar activity, particularly due to the new solar cycle, is causing intense movement in Earth's atmosphere. This means that the Northern Lights will be visible south of Canada, in states such as Minnesota, Iowa, and Michigan.
The Aurora Hunters and other organizations will be sharing their journey in witnessing the Northern Lights in Nordic nations. The aurora borealis is symbolic not only for travelers and scientists but even for Icelandic superstitions.
The aurora borealis, better known as the northern lights, is one of nature's most spectacular displays that has captivated the imaginations of people for generations. And with their popular acclaim in mind, NASA plans to explore the aurora borealis in the coming weeks with several unmanned rocket probes in Alaska.