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#aurora
may be visible from the UK. A service provided by Space Physicists at
@LancasterUni
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Sadly, this afternoon we had to take the decision to stop sending alerts by email. But don't worry - we will be continuing to issue alerts via social media and smartphone apps!
After a recent solar flare, an Earthward directed CME has been launched.
@NWSSWPC
are predicting arrival around 15th Feb. UK
#aurora
sightings may be possible if timing and conditions are favourable.
We've seen a sudden (though relatively modest) jump in the solar wind speed and density which suggests the anticipated CME has arrived! Fingers crossed that conditions continue to build for UK
#aurora
this evening.
The AuroraWatch UK
#aurora
alerts remain operational, however, we encourage followers to abide by Government rules and restrictions on unnecessary travel - which includes aurora hunting
#COVID19
Geomagnetic Storm Watches issued by
@NWSSWPC
for 9th - 11th December. May result in
#aurora
sightings from across UK. Timings uncertain and sightings not guaranteed - so keep an eye on our alerts.
We are currently experiencing a moderate geomagnetic storm (G2 on
@NWSSWPC
scales) which is expected to continue into UK night-time. May bring UK
#aurora
sightings! Stayed tuned for updates.
Ever seen a bright purple light in the night sky near Southport? It was spotted last night but it's not
#aurora
- instead it's light pollution from LED lights for tomato plants! More:
A G1 (minor) geomagnetic storm watch for 24-25 October has been issed by
@NWSSWPC
due to the recurrence of a coronal hole high speed stream (fast solar wind). This could mean
#aurora
sightings from the UK, particularly in the north, assuming conditions are right.
Congratulations to all who have captured aurora this evening! Activity died down a little now but may return. Please report sightings to
@TweetAurora
for
#citizenscience