Magnetic Storm Sparks Summertime Auroras

Space Weather News for Aug. 3, 2016 http://spaceweather.com https://www.facebook.com/spaceweatherdotcom SUMMERTIME AURORAS: As expected, a high-speed stream of solar wind (with a CME embedded in the flow) hit Earth's magnetic field during the late hours of Aug. 2nd.  The resulting G1-class geomagnetic storm sparked bright auroras across countries in Europe as well as several northern-tier US states.  The show might not be over. NOAA forecasters estimate a 55% chance of similar storms on August 3rd as Earth continues to feel the effects of the solar wind.  Visit http://spaceweather.com for photos and more information. Today's Space Weather alert is sponsored by SolarFest USA, a unique meeting of professional and amateur solar observers on the 1-year pre-anniversary of the Great American Solar Eclipse. Learn more! Share Tweet Forward Copyright © 2016 Spaceweather.com, All rights reserved. You are subscribed to the Space Weather mailing list, a free service of Spaceweather.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list