Northern Lights: Unseen in Germany for ages
Aurora Borealis visible in northern Germany
Rare sight for residents of the region
A rare sight was visible in the night sky in northern Germany on May 10, as the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, flared up. The light show was visible as far south as Brandenburg, which is located about 60 miles north of Berlin.
The Northern Lights are caused by the interaction of charged particles from the sun with the Earth's magnetic field. These particles are drawn to the magnetic poles, where they collide with atoms and molecules in the atmosphere, causing them to emit light.
The Northern Lights are typically only visible in high-latitude regions, such as Alaska, Canada, and Scandinavia. However, they can sometimes be seen in lower latitudes during periods of high solar activity.
The last time the Northern Lights were visible in Germany was in 2015. This year's display was particularly strong, and it was visible for several hours.
Residents of northern Germany were treated to a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and many took to social media to share their photos and videos of the light show.
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