The Aurora Borealis: A Rare Sight in Chicago
A Solar Storm Brings a Touch of the North Pole to the Windy City
Chicago Sky Lit Up with Northern Lights
Chicago got a rare treat this weekend as a solar storm brought the Northern Lights to the Windy City. The best time to see the aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, was between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. on Saturday morning. The lights were visible across Illinois and in other parts of the Midwest.
The Northern Lights are caused by charged particles from the sun that interact with Earth's magnetic field. The lights are typically visible in the polar regions, but they can sometimes be seen at lower latitudes during geomagnetic storms. This weekend's storm was caused by a coronal mass ejection from the sun, which sent a stream of charged particles towards Earth.
The Northern Lights are a beautiful and awe-inspiring sight. They are a reminder of the power of nature and the interconnectedness of our planet with the sun.
Comments