Aurora Borealis Visible in Borrego Springs
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Northern Lights Dazzle Over Borrego Springs
October 10, 2024, Borrego Springs experienced a rare northern lights display, with delicate purple and pink hues illuminating the desert sky. While breathtaking, the aurora is best viewed through a camera or cell phone, as modern devices are more sensitive to light than the human eye, capturing the colors and details more vividly.
This phenomenon occurs when solar energy interacts with Earth's magnetic field. Though uncommon in Borrego Springs, future solar storms may bring the aurora back—stay updated by following space weather forecasts.
Lights Over Borrego Springs: Captured by Dennis Mammana
Dennis Mammana, an expert in capturing the wonders of the night sky, has shared a breathtaking view of the northern lights illuminating over Borrego Springs. Check out his post below to see the stunning imagery of this rare event.
Dennis is an astronomy author and syndicated columnist, public speaker, and night sky photographer.
Why Northern Lights Look Brighter on Camera
"The difference likely lies in your camera's lens, not the Aurora itself. Your eyes aren't as sensitive to light as a camera phone, which captures more light in a photograph. Modern phones, like newer iPhone models, enhance nighttime photography, making auroras appear even more vivid than what you see with your own eyes" (King5)
G4 levels reached again! CME progression will continue overnight with periods of weakening and some escalation possible in geomagnetic storm levels. The G4 Watch remains in effect for 11 Oct and all applicable warnings remain in place. Visit https://t.co/YLUbTRMxS6 for the latest pic.twitter.com/rthy2vufUe
— NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (@NWSSWPC) October 10, 2024
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