Rare Celestial Event: Northern Lights and Comet to Illuminate Pacific Northwest Skies This Thursday

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February 16, 2025

Rare Celestial Event: Northern Lights and Comet to Illuminate Pacific Northwest Skies This Thursday

A rare astronomical event is set to illuminate the skies over Oregon and Washington on the night of October 10, 2024, as comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) aligns with the northern lights. The comet, which is making its closest approach to Earth, will be visible just after sunset and is expected to stay visible until late October, best seen along the western horizon away from city lights. Concurrently, a geomagnetic storm is increasing the likelihood of northern lights, with optimal viewing times after 8:00 PM. Conditions may vary, and potential evening clouds could impact visibility. Enthusiasts are encouraged to use binoculars or a telescope for a clearer view and to capture any sightings using long exposure settings on their cameras.

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Rare Celestial Event: Northern Lights and Comet to Illuminate Pacific Northwest Skies This Thursday

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