What is the Aurora Borealis?Charged particles from the Sun collide with Earth's atmosphere, creating vibrant colors guided by the magnetic field to the poles.
The Geomagnetic StormA coronal mass ejection hit Earth at 1000 km/s on June 1, 2025, triggering a G4 geomagnetic storm, per NOAA.
Where Was It Seen?From Alaska to Connecticut, even Alabama and California, X users shared stunning aurora sightings across the US.
Impacts and Insights
Minor tech disruptions occurred, but the aurora boosted tourism and interest in space weather, says physicist Tamitha Skov.
What’s Next?
As the Sun nears its 2025-2026 solar maximum, expect more auroras but prepare for tech risks.