The Space Weather Prediction Center issued a geomagnetic storm watch, which is in effect through Friday. The storm is expected to peak in the early hours of Thursday, according to the SWPC.
If the storm is strong enough, the lights may even be seen over Ohio.
Geomagnetic Storm Watches in effect Dec 9 - 11, 2020, due to anticipated CME effects. The CME occurred on December 7th, and was associated with a C7 flare from Region 2790. For the full story visit https://t.co/mzq8JTer8q @NWS pic.twitter.com/EKOKtiyz3e
— NOAA Space Weather (@NWSSWPC) December 8, 2020
About the Author