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Northern Lights: See a Light Pillar
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In summary, the conversation discusses a possible sighting of northern lights, which is then clarified as a similar phenomenon caused by ice crystals in the sky. The original poster's images appear to be taken long after sunset, which leads to a discussion about the location of the pictures, which are revealed to be taken in Sigulda, Latvia.
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No, it's a similar phenomena to this: http://www.atoptics.co.uk/halo/pillar.htm
Caused by ice crystals in the sky. I've never heard of it being around ground-based lights.
Caused by ice crystals in the sky. I've never heard of it being around ground-based lights.
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russ_watters said:
But it seems the pictures in the OP's link were taken long after the sunset
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What part of "being around ground-based lights" did you miss?pixel01 said:
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Where have you taken these pictures?
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loop quantum gravity said:
They were taken in Sigulda, north of Latvia and not by me. Please see the link
1. What causes light pillars in the Northern Lights?
Light pillars in the Northern Lights are caused by ice crystals in the atmosphere reflecting light from the sun or moon, creating a vertical column of light.
2. How rare are light pillars in the Northern Lights?
Light pillars are not very common in the Northern Lights, as they require specific weather conditions and light sources to align perfectly.
3. Can you see light pillars in the Northern Lights from anywhere?
Light pillars in the Northern Lights can only be seen in certain parts of the world, typically in high latitude regions such as Canada, Alaska, and Scandinavia.
4. Are light pillars in the Northern Lights dangerous?
No, light pillars in the Northern Lights are not dangerous. They are a natural phenomenon caused by the reflection of light and do not pose any harm to humans.
5. How can I increase my chances of seeing a light pillar in the Northern Lights?
To increase your chances of seeing a light pillar in the Northern Lights, you should try to go to a location with clear, dark skies and low light pollution. Additionally, checking weather forecasts for cold temperatures and high humidity can also increase your chances.
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