Northern Lights Visible in Unusual U.S. Locations Due to Geomagnetic Storm
Northern Lights Visible in Unusual U.S. Locations Due to Geomagnetic Storm
US · Published Apr 18, 2026
• Rare geomagnetic storm may make the Northern Lights visible in U.S. states like Illinois and Oregon.
• Solar wind traveling at 430 miles per second is causing this extraordinary aurora display.
• Dark skies and locations away from city lights are recommended for optimal viewing between 10 PM and 2 AM.
Northern Lights visible in unusual US locations
A rare geomagnetic storm is anticipated to bring the Northern Lights to unusual locations across the United States, potentially making them visible as far south as Illinois and Oregon.
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