If you've seen stunning photos of colorful skies recently, you're not alone; many people across the globe are experiencing the Northern Lights. But what causes these celestial light shows, and why are they suddenly appearing much further south than usual?
The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) are trending because a powerful solar storm recently hit Earth, making them visible in places like Florida and Mexico.
On May 10-12, 2024, a G5 geomagnetic storm, the strongest rating, struck Earth.