Aurora Alert For 22 States As Powerful Solar Storm Reaches Earth
Aurora Alert For 22 States As Powerful Solar Storm Reaches Earth
US · Published Jan 19, 2026
A strong geomagnetic storm may make the Northern Lights visible in up to 22 U.S. states.
The visibility is due to a coronal mass ejection from a powerful solar flare.
Dark skies from the new moon will enhance viewing, but clear skies are crucial.
Geomagnetic storm brings Aurora Borealis to US
A significant geomagnetic storm is anticipated to make the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, visible across a broad swath of the United States, potentially reaching as many as 22 states from Monday night into Tuesday. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this spectacular display is due to a coronal mass ejection from a powerful X1.9 solar flare directed towards Earth. This ejection is expected to interact strongly with Earth’s magnetic field, potentially pushing the auroras into mid-latitude regions.
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