you can see the northern lights in the US this week
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A surge of solar activity may send auroras south Thursday night, giving skywatchers in Northeast Ohio a rare chance to see the northern lights.
The first wave arrived Wednesday night and early Thursday, delivering auroras into the northern tier of the United States.
Some Minnesotans caught a glimpse of the northern lights Wednesday, and despite some cloud cover, there could be a chance to see them again Thursday night.
Pro tips to shoot tonight’s Northern Lights on smartphones, manual and 360 cameras, with exact settings — plus what a G3 storm means and where to get the latest forecast.
Head into the darkness if you want the best chance to see the neon skies. Avoid as much light pollution as possible and find a clear view of the horizon facing north. Popular spots include dark sky territory like the Adirondacks and clear horizons like Lake Ontario or Northern New York bordering Lake Champlain.