[MIham] Spectacular Auroras

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Space Weather News for Dec. 15, 2006
http://spaceweather.com

What do Arizona and Alaska have in common?  Northern Lights appeared over
both states on Dec. 14th when a coronal mass ejection (CME) hit Earth,
sparking a severe geomagnetic storm. The spectacular display is documented
in a new photo gallery at http://spaceweather.com .

Another coronal mass ejection (CME) is on the way and due to arrive on Dec.
16th.  This CME is not heading directly for Earth, and so it will deliver
only a glancing blow.  Nevertheless, NOAA forecasters estimate a 50% chance
of severe geomagnetic storms. Sky watchers should remain alert for more
auroras.

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