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The autumnal equinox doesn't just mark a seasonal shift, but also increases the chances of dazzling auroras thanks to the Earth's orientation and magnetic field
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts minor geomagnetic storms from Sept. 21-23, creating the potential for northern lights to be seen much farther south than usual
Skywatchers across parts of the U.S. could catch a rare equinox light show
Get ready, stargazers! The northern lights are crashing the equinox party this week.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ), minor geomagnetic storms are forecast for Sept. 21 - 23 , which means auroras could spill much further south than usual, potentially dazzling northern U.S. states and low horizons across pa