The Aurora Borealis was spotted in a large swath of states, including Idaho, Iowa, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas and Washington state. Northern lights were visible as far south as parts of Florida and Alabama, a relatively rare occurrence that highlights the severity of this week's storms.

Experts at NOAA recommend prospective aurora viewers travel north, towards the Earth’s magnetic north pole. They should position themselves on a vantage point with a clear view towards the north, and away from bright city lights. The aurora is most active in the hours around midnight, so viewers should plan to watch between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m.

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The northern lights are visible outside Blue Mountain Billiards in Walnutport on Tuesday night, Nov. 11, 2025. Severe solar storms produced colorful auroras over the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, and much of the northern United States. (Stephanie Rae/Contributed photo)

A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued for Wednesday night, with the potential for another display of the northern lights across Texas.

The first wave arrived Wednesday night and early Thursday, delivering auroras into the northern tier of the United States.