Detroit Free Press August 26, 2026 • 15:06

Solar flare could mean bright northern lights. When to expect aurora - Detroit Free Press

By Jenna Prestininzi

Michigan skies could feature strong northern lights amid a partial lunar eclipse the night of Aug. 27, and more aurora on Aug. 28.

A solar flare that erupted on the sun could mean Michigan skies will fill with dazzling northern lights on Thursday night, Aug. 27, as a partial lunar eclipse takes place, and potentially stronger li… [+2927 chars]

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Solar flare could mean bright northern lights. When to expect aurora - Detroit Free Press

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