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Strong Northern Lights possible tonight as Geomagnetic Storm strength increases
MLive.com • • general
Key Points:
- The National Weather Service’s Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G-3 Geomagnetic Storm Warning for tonight, with potential for the storm to intensify further.
- A coronal mass ejection from the sun on October 8 has reached Earth, causing the current geomagnetic storm.
- Such geomagnetic storms can disrupt satellite and GPS systems but also increase the chances of visible Northern Lights displays.
- Tonight's mild weather conditions are favorable for stargazing, including viewing the waning Draconid meteor shower and potential aurora sightings.
