First 'extreme' solar storm in 20 years brings Northern Lights to European skies
First 'extreme' solar storm in 20 years brings Northern Lights to European skies
The Northern Lights illuminate the skies above Germany and the United Kingdom as the most powerful solar storm in more than two decades strikes Earth.
The spectacular displays were visible overnight from Tasmania to the UK, with the storm threatening possible disruptions to satellites and power grids into the weekend.