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Severe Geomagnetic Storm Pushes Rare U.S. Auroras South Again as NOAA Extends Alerts

NOAA maintains G3–G4 storm alerts through Nov. 14, citing additional coronal mass ejections expected to keep activity elevated.

Overview

  • NOAA says strong-to-severe geomagnetic conditions persist, keeping the chance of auroras elevated into Wednesday night and Thursday.
  • Measurements reached G4 severity with Kp values near 8, indicating a powerful event capable of pushing auroras to unusually low latitudes.
  • Auroras were photographed across much of the United States, including rare views in South Florida, with reports extending as far south as Mexico.
  • Forecasters tie the displays to multiple coronal mass ejections following a major X‑class flare, during a peak phase of Solar Cycle 25.
  • Officials caution about possible disruptions to satellites, GPS and power systems, and Blue Origin postponed a New Glenn launch due to space‑weather risk.