Aurora (IMAGE)

U.S. Geological Survey

Aurora

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It is during geomagnetic storms that beautiful aurora borealis, or northern lights, are visible at high latitudes. However, geomagnetic storms can also cause risks to the power grid.

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Joshua Strang, US Air Force

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