Look up! The Aurora Australis Could Be Visible from Melbourne Tonight
Here’s what we know about spotting the Aurora Australis from Victoria tonight.
Aurora Alert Issued
Following last night’s supermoon, the Australian Space Weather Forecasting Centre (ASWFC) confirmed a geomagnetic storm is currently underway. The alert states:
"Aurora may be observed during local nighttime hours in good observing conditions at high latitudes."
Recent Sightings
The previous alert on October 30 led to sightings reported near midnight in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, and South Australia.
About the Aurora Australis
The Southern Lights, like their northern counterpart the Aurora Borealis, are stunning natural light displays that captivate many across the world. Witnessing them firsthand reveals their truly magical and ethereal beauty.
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Author's summary: Tonight offers a rare chance to see the Aurora Australis over Victoria, following a geomagnetic storm alert and recent sightings in southern states.