KANSAS CITY —An unusually strong solar storm hitting Earth produced stunning displays of color in the skies across the Northern Hemisphere, with no immediate reports of disruptions to power and communications.
Aurora — at NWS Goodland ~8:45–10:25 pm MDT on Friday May 10, 2024. View toward the north. #kswx #cowx #newx pic.twitter.com/jzSMPXQSli
— NWS Goodland (@NWSGoodland) May 11, 2024
The effects of the Northern Lights, which were prominently on display in Kansas and Missouri were due to last through the weekend and possibly into next week.
Here is our view of the Northern Lights and some additional science relating to them. The best chance to see them will be through 2 AM. For best viewing try to get away from cities or large light producers and use the "night" mode/setting on your phone for best results! #kswx pic.twitter.com/pL7N0iGP1z
— NWS Dodge City (@NWSDodgeCity) May 11, 2024
Don't let the mesmerizing #NorthernLights in Northwest Missouri distract you. If you wish to enjoy the view, find a safe location to pull over to ensure everyone gets to their destination safely. pic.twitter.com/zbhQ02Y3iL
— MSHP Troop H (@MSHPTrooperH) May 11, 2024
The agency says the sun is producing strong solar flares and has hurled at least seven outbursts of plasma our way. NOAA has alerted operators of power plants and spacecraft in orbit to take precautions.