Hey sky gazers! Brace yourselves for a celestial treat this weekend! 🌠 Solar flares might just light up the night skies with dim northern lights across the fringes of the northern United States. If you've ever dreamed of catching the aurora without traveling to the Arctic, this might be your chance! 🌌
But it's not just about pretty lights. The sun's been quite the drama queen lately! ☀️✨ Its magnetic field has reached the peak of its 11-year cycle, causing more frequent solar storms and those mesmerizing northern lights we all love. This week alone, the sun fired off two strong flares, including one on Thursday that's been dubbed the biggest since 2017! 😮
Astronomers and forecasters are keeping a close eye on these solar storms. Not only could they dazzle us with natural light shows, but they might also cause some disruptions. So, if your phone acts up or there's a blip in your favorite show, you can blame it on the sun! 📡⚡
So grab your friends, find a dark spot away from city lights, and look up! You might just catch a glimpse of the universe's own fireworks. Don't forget to make a wish! ✨🌠
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Solar flares may cause faint auroras across top of Northern Hemisphere
cgtn.com
