[MIham] Green Comet in the Evening Sky

[Frank]

Space Weather News for Friday, Oct. 13th
http://spaceweather.com

COMET SWAN:  Last week you had to wake up at dawn for a good look at Comet
Swan (C/2006 M4). This week the comet is moving into the evening sky. It's
particularly easy to find after sunset on Oct. 13th and 14th. On those two
nights, the handle of the Big Dipper curves toward the comet, guiding you
right to it.  Although Swan is too dim for the unaided eye, it is a good
target for backyard telescopes.  Seen through the eyepiece, the comet's head
glows a pretty shade of emerald green.  Why green? Visit
http://spaceweather.com for the answer.

AURORA WATCH: (Oct 13 at 1800 UT) Earth is entering a solar wind stream that
could spark a mild geomagnetic storm tonight.  Sky watchers in Alaska,
Canada and Scandinavia should be alert for auroras.

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