Northern Lights put on a show across Canada, U.S., and parts of Europe
A rare geomagnetic storm is lighting up Canadian skies this week
Skywatchers were treated to a colourful display of the Northern Lights on Tuesday and Wednesday night, with vibrant flashes visible across Canada, the U.S., and even parts of Europe.
A rare G4 geomagnetic storm watch was issued for Wednesday—severe storm category according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). These significant events occur only a few times per year.
The peak period for Wednesday's aurora activity was expected between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. EST.
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This G4 storm had potential to push auroras as far south as northern parts of Alabama and Northern California in the U.S.
Canadians in western regions and the Prairies had the best chance to witness the aurora due to clearer skies. Unfortunately, Eastern Canada saw poorer viewing conditions because of active weather systems and cloud cover over the Great Lakes and Atlantic Canada.
Here's a look at some of the dazzling displays over the past couple of days:
Courtesy of Jason Caine in Lac La Biche, Alta. (Submitted)
Courtesy of Jason Caine in Lac La Biche, Alta. (Submitted)
Courtesy of Jason Caine in Lac La Biche, Alta. (Submitted)
WATCH: Auroras paint the skies across North America
Thumbnail courtesy of Tom Graham/X.