Witness & Share Photos of June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras

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In summary: In summary, a massive solar eruption caused by a flare occurred on June 7th, 2011. The resultant aurora borealis (and presumably aurora australis) last night and tonight are supposed to be amazing. It's been cloudy here in Cleveland, so I have to live vicariously through someone else...
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It's may be too late, but:

June 7 there was a *massive* solar eruption:

http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/news/business-tech/science/110609/solar-flare-sun-earth-severe-weather-forecast-video

http://Earth'sky.org/space/dramatic-solar-flare-june-7-2011-aurora-alert-june-8-and-9

The resultant aurora borealis (and presumably aurora australis) last night and tonight are supposed to be amazing. It's been cloudy here in Cleveland, so I have to live vicariously through someone else...

Anyone?
 
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Andy Resnick said:
It's may be too late, but:

June 7 there was a *massive* solar eruption:

http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/news/business-tech/science/110609/solar-flare-sun-earth-severe-weather-forecast-video

http://Earth'sky.org/space/dramatic-solar-flare-june-7-2011-aurora-alert-june-8-and-9

The resultant aurora borealis (and presumably aurora australis) last night and tonight are supposed to be amazing. It's been cloudy here in Cleveland, so I have to live vicariously through someone else...

Anyone?

And cloudy here in Tacoma, too! (Well it is Washington, after all :rolleyes:) I'm hoping some lucky PFer gets a shot of it!
 
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I think I'm http://www2.gi.alaska.edu/aurora_predict/worldmap6.html to see anything.
 
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Andy Resnick said:
It's may be too late, but:

June 7 there was a *massive* solar eruption:

http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/news/business-tech/science/110609/solar-flare-sun-earth-severe-weather-forecast-video

http://Earth'sky.org/space/dramatic-solar-flare-june-7-2011-aurora-alert-june-8-and-9

The resultant aurora borealis (and presumably aurora australis) last night and tonight are supposed to be amazing. It's been cloudy here in Cleveland, so I have to live vicariously through someone else...

Anyone?

Here's what I see from my laptop:

http://planetsave.com/2011/06/09/large-solar-flare-erupts-with-coronal-mass-ejection-video/"
 
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Wait a minute...

Massive solar eruption?

It's nothing compared to something called the "Carrington Event" in 1859, a huge solar flare that set telegraph machines on fire

:bugeye:

I think I'll unplug the ol' pc and go to bed.

ps. It's cloudy here also.
 
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Cloudy. Not that I live far north. Definitely south of all Alaskans (but north from all other Americans).
 
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Can't see bugger all in the uk :/. Always the same.
 
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well there is also a cloudy Day in Pakistan and weather is fine for the tour so we have decide to arrange a picnic today so we are going now for enjoyment in this lovely evening sights .
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Clouds and rain all last night. That's alright. I have had enough astrophotography sessions ruined by aurorae not to be all that appreciative of them unless they are over-the-top.

One night in the late '70s, my wife and I were throwing a party in our rented farmhouse and I took a stroll outside because there was a line of women at the bathroom door. I had to run back inside and get everybody outside. The whole sky was lit up, and there was a pulsing red patch like a beating heart. Even today, people who were there might mention it when I see them. I ran up the phone bill that night calling everybody that I thought might be interested.
 
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Some images of auroras are posted on National Geographic. Apparently this is a good period to observe auroras.
http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2011/09/pictures/110930-northern-lights-aurora-borealis-bright-colors/
 
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1. What caused the June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras?

The June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras were caused by a solar flare, which is a sudden release of energy from the sun's surface. This particular solar flare was classified as an X-class flare, the strongest type of solar flare.

2. Where and when can I see the June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras?

The June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras were visible in the northern hemisphere, particularly in high latitude areas such as Alaska, Canada, and Scandinavia. They were most visible during the night of June 7 and the early morning of June 8.

3. Are the June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras dangerous?

The June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras are not dangerous to humans. The only potential danger is to astronauts in space, as the solar flare that caused the auroras can also produce harmful radiation. However, Earth's atmosphere protects us from this radiation.

4. How can I take photos of the June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras?

To take photos of the June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras, you will need a camera with manual settings and a tripod. Set your camera to a long exposure time (10-30 seconds) and a high ISO (800-1600). Find a dark location with minimal light pollution and point your camera towards the northern horizon.

5. What can scientists learn from studying the June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras?

Scientists can learn a lot from studying the June 7 Solar Eruption Auroras. These auroras are a result of complex interactions between the sun and Earth's magnetic field, so studying them can help us better understand our planet's magnetic field and how it is affected by solar activity. They also provide valuable information about the strength and direction of the solar flare that caused them.

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