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The northern lights could be visible from some states along the U.S.-Canadian border, according to a forecast from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, even though NOAA is not predicting any major space weather events for Thursday night.<\/p>\n
The aurora borealis has a chance to be visible from some northern states on Thursday, according to NOAA.<\/p>\n
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NOAA is predicting a Kp index of four out of nine for Thursday night and early Friday morning, meaning the northern lights could be visible farther from the north pole than usual.<\/p>\n
The aurora could also appear brighter with more \u201cmotion and formations,\u201d according to the agency, for viewers in the right locations.<\/p>\n
NOAA is not predicting any major geomagnetic storms or other space weather events on Thursday, which typically create more vivid aurora displays.<\/p>\n
Where Could The Aurora Be Visible Thursday?<\/p>\n
NOAA is forecasting a low likelihood of the aurora being visible from several states along the U.S.-Canada border, including northern parts of Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, northern Wisconsin and Michigan\u2019s Upper Peninsula. The aurora has a much higher chance of appearing above most of Alaska. <\/p>\n
What\u2019s The Best Way To View The Aurora?<\/p>\n
Experts at NOAA recommend prospective viewers travel north and find an ideal vantage point\u2014one with a clear, unobstructed view of the northern sky and away from city lights. Viewers should also time their trip to the hours the aurora is typically most active\u2014from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.<\/p>\n
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