The northern lights, a mesmerizing celestial phenomenon, illuminated the skies across the globe on Friday night, including the province of Saskatchewan. Social media platforms were flooded with breathtaking images of the aurora captured in various locations worldwide, from the United States to Russia, Germany, the United Kingdom, and beyond.
The celestial spectacle was triggered by a significant solar storm, which originated from two highly active regions on the sun. Over the course of the past month, these regions unleashed an unprecedented 16 ‘X-class’ solar X-ray flares, a frequency not observed in over two decades. Dr. Robyn Fiori, a scientist, explained the phenomenon as ‘large ejections of plasma that alter the geomagnetic field near Canada.’
Saskatchewan, renowned as a prime destination for stargazing and aurora viewing, witnessed an extraordinary display of the aurora borealis. The province’s pristine skies and minimal light pollution provided ideal conditions for capturing stunning images of the celestial ballet. The images shared with Global News showcase the vibrant hues and ethereal beauty of the aurora as it danced across the Saskatchewan sky.
