ISLANDERS have shared images of the Northern Lights which were visible from Jersey last night.
Many took to social media with pictures of the atmospheric phenomenon, including Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham.
Northern Lights over St Ouen #JerseyCI 🇯🇪 https://t.co/7xoBQFjxJI pic.twitter.com/OARRSpSSPh
— Dep. Lyndon Farnham (@lyndonfarnham) May 10, 2024
The Northern Lights are a result of solar flares – intense bursts of radiation caused by the magnetic energy released by the sun.
The lights are the product of the collision between atoms and molecules from the Earth’s atmosphere and particles from the sun.
With plenty of clear skies in the forecast, there is a good chance of seeing the Aurora across the northern half of the UK, and perhaps further south with long exposure photography 📷
However, as the nights are shorter, the duration of any sightings may be limited ✨ pic.twitter.com/bx1QQG9qF0
— Met Office Space (@MetOfficeSpace) May 10, 2024
It can often be seen across northern parts of the UK but is rarely visible from the Channel Islands.
