On 11 May 2024, a category G5 solar storm hit the Earth and led to auroras that were visible far into the mid-latitudes. This spectacle could also be observed at night throughout Germany.
The last time an event of this magnitude occurred was in 2003.
The impressive natural phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, is a spectacle that has fascinated people for thousands of years. In this picture, this luminous spectacle unfolds in a palette of violet and pink colours over the night sky of a city. Originally produced by collisions between energetic, charged particles from the earth's magnetosphere and atoms in the upper layers of the earth's atmosphere, the colours are created by the interaction of different gases. Purple and red lights are primarily produced by nitrogen, while oxygen is responsible for the more familiar green and red phenomena. For many cultures, the Northern Lights have mythical and spiritual meanings and were often interpreted as messages or omens. Today, they enjoy a reputation as a natural wonder that captivates scientists and spectators alike and reminds us of the beauty and complexity of our planet.
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This photo was taken on the Schönbucht Tower near the town of Herrenberg in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. 2024
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