Northern Lights to Unfold in the Sky This Week

Stargazers and aurora borealis lovers could witness the emergence of northern lights in the sky this week, which could dazzle parts of Washington to New York.

Stargazers should not miss the moment, and keeping your camera to capture the rare moment is advisable.

Northern Lights on Friday

In the latest report, Business Insider explained that the northern lights are expected to unfold in the sky this Friday, reaching the parts of the north of the United States.

According to the report, the northern lights light up in the night sky with the so-called solar wind.

Although the northern lights are more stunning in parts of the Arctic, there is a possibility that it could likely unfold in the South depending on the solar winds.

Based on the Library of Congress, Northern Lights refer to the astronomical event named Aurora Polaris, which shows visible, colorful lights in the sky.

The report explained that polar lights, Aurora Polaris, occur in the northern and southern hemispheres.

The Library of Congress added that the scientific name of the northern lights is known as aurora borealis. Meanwhile, the southern lights are known as aurora australis.

While it is beautiful in the eyes, the report noted that the emergence of the Aurora could affect the electrical power and satellites in space.

How to prepare for the Northern Lights

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People watch northern lights, aurora borealis, in central Stockholm.

Northern lights are considered spectacular, with a mesmerizing view. It is essential to capture rare events using your camera.

The Northern Lights Center added that Aurora Borealis is also called the dawn of the north. meanwhile, Aurora Australians mean the dawn of the South.

According to Space.com, Northern Lights, or the Aurora Borealis, unfolds a fantastic view of dancing light in the sky.

The report noted that Galileo Galilei managed to coin the Autorar Borealis, which is related to Aurora or the North Wind Greek God.

The Library of Congress added that Galileli witnessed the dancing light display in 1621.

As a result, capturing the rare event is essential, especially for astronomy lovers, stargazers and fans of the Northern Lights.

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The first thing to remember is to ensure you are on the day when the northern lights emerge. A video camera or mobile phone would be helpful to capture the event.

More facts about Northern Lights

The aurora lights might look closer, but the report explained that the display could reach a height of up to 620 miles.

Furthermore, the Northern Lights Center reported that the aurora lights refer to electrically charged particles colliding with the gaseous particles.

The Northern Lights have different colors. The report noted that pink and pale green are the most common colors that emerge during the northern lights.

In contrast, red color aurora lights are considered rare. According to the report, the red auroras show after being produced by high-altitude oxygen.

People may have seen a purple-red-looking aurora. The Northern Lights Center explained that it is produced by nitrogen.

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