The CME hit a day earlier than predicted and surprised us all. The aurora appeared for many locations across the USA and Canada. Thick clouds dominated Alaska, but a few places did see a show. Kodiak, King Salmon, Homer, Nome, Holy Cross, all reported in. Canada: AB, SK, QC, BC, NT, YT, NU, MB, ON…
Auroras reported in VT, MN, MI, WI, ND, IA, MT, AB, SK as of 8:45pm Alaska time. Expect a show in Alaska. It may be worth it to drive away from the clouds. Kp 5.
Excellent data right now. Expect a show come nightfall. CME arrival hitting much earlier than expected. Possible Kp 5, 6, say some sources. Alaska, Canada, upper portion of the lower 48.
Early estimates for a glancing blow from the CME are for approx 1800 UTC, which is noon Alaska time on Oct 2. As it looks now, we may see a good show Oct 2 as soon as it gets dark in Canada, Alaska, and maybe the upper portion of the lower 48 (MN, MI, ND,…
As the aurora season begins here in Alaska, the nights get darker and longer, and the winter is setting in. We’ve only had a few good shows this season so far. Please enjoy this video made up of some of this season’s photos.
