A "severe geomagnetic storm" hit the Earth causing Northern Lights to sweep across the skies of North America Friday night. The lights extended to the furthest point south ever recorded, but many Pennsylvanians were unable to see them due to overcast conditions.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the first G5 conditions in over 20 years were observed with this storm and could continue to be observed through at least Sunday.
G5 is the highest of a five level scale developed by NOAA to measure geomagnetic storms and describe their impacts upon Earth. A G5 storm has not hit the planet since 2003 and is known to cause "widespread" electrical grid interruptions including potential collapses and blackouts.
Of course, what many know about geomagnetic storms is the wonderous sights they leave across the night skies, the Northern Lights.
While many in eastern Pennsylvania couldn't see past the overcast skies Friday night, others across the country were able to get some pictures to share with FOX43!
Here's hoping there's a break in the clouds for more Pennsylvanians tonight!
