Will you look for the Northern (and Southern) Lights this weekend?
By The Horse
@TheHorse (208313)
Walnut Creek, California
May 11, 2024 4:43am CST
Solar activity is high right now, and the Northern and Southern Lights can be seen in many areas of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
I read one comment from Arizona, saying they could see them tonight. Arizona is pretty far South. Folks in Minnesota and Iowa are having no problem seeing them.
Over the years, I have seen the Northern Lights in Montana and North Dakota (Northern states), and even once (vaguely) here in California. I just checked, but could not see them from my balcony just now.
Will you be looking for the Northern (or Southern) lights over the next few days?
Here's a report from Australia.
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@annierose (19756)
• Philippines
11 May
It must have been amazing to see the Northern Lights in those locations! I'll keep an eye out for any reports of the Northern or Southern Lights over the next few days. Have you ever tried to capture them in photos when you've seen them?
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@annierose (19756)
• Philippines
12 May
@TheHorse It's understandable that capturing the Northern Lights in photos might not have been on your radar before. It can be quite an endeavor, requiring the right equipment, timing, and a bit of luck with weather conditions. However, if you ever feel inspired to give it a shot, it could be a fantastic opportunity to not only create beautiful images but also to experience the wonder of the Northern Lights in a new and creative way. Who knows, you might discover a whole new passion for photography!
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@TheHorse (208313)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 May
@annierose My brother is the photographer in the family. I am good at "composition." But my energy is devoted to music. You've probably seen this, but I'll link it anyway,. It's my music video with the most views. @Vandana7, from MyLot, is responsible for its existence. I am forever thankful to her. Sort of.
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@Tampa_girl7 (49377)
• United States
11 May
I didn’t know and missed my opportunity. They were not very visible here from the photos I’ve seen.
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@TheHorse (208313)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 May
@Tampa_girl7 I may as well. I am home from Guitar Center and may check to see how far South on the West Coast the Aurora could be seen last night.
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@BarBaraPrz (45816)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
11 May
@TheHorse Probably, but I'd first have to remember to look, then go somewhere less treed.
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@TheHorse (208313)
• Walnut Creek, California
11 May
@BarBaraPrz For a small fee (10 per cent of your MyLot earnings over $20 for this month) I will send you a reminder. 
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@psanasangma (6335)
• India
12 May
I could only imagine how beautiful and mesmerizing to witness real nothern/ southern light
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@MarieCoyle (30186)
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11 May
They were incredibly beautiful. I’ve lived in places where I have seen them before, but this was a big show for everyone.
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@TheHorse (208313)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 May
@MarieCoyle I would think so.
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@MarieCoyle (30186)
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11 May
@TheHorse
Other than seeing them in Montana and Canada, it's been many years since I saw such a show. Way, way prettier than the eclipse!
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@GardenGerty (158140)
• United States
11 May
I looked a little last night, maybe in the wrong direction. Some people in my area posted pictures, and so did my niece in Oklahoma.
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@LeaPea2417 (36684)
• Toccoa, Georgia
11 May
I totally forgot to look last night 
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@Juliaacv (49104)
• Canada
11 May
The best time to view them, according to our local news, was between 2 and 4am last night.
But I was sound asleep.
Our daughter-in-law and son saw them around 10pm.
They are on the very edge of town and have a clear view of the open field which is across the street from them.
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@LindaOHio (160295)
• United States
12 May
No I won't be looking. We lived on Lake Erie for 7 years and saw the Northern Lights one evening. It was amazing. Have a good day.
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@Scarred4Lyfe (289)
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11 May
No, I will stay inside so I do not get radiation poisoning.
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