The Unusual Appearance of Northern Lights

The recent visibility of the Northern Lights further south than usual sparked curiosity and concern. Typically, these lights are confined to polar regions, but an unusual solar activity allowed people across the U.S., including areas like Sacramento, to witness this phenomenon. Astrophysicist Dr. Brian Gillis explained that such occurrences may become more common due to an 11-year solar cycle currently reaching its peak. As solar storms increase in activity, sightings of the Northern Lights are likely to be more frequent in the coming years.