Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights
The aurora borealis was visible across much of the UK, including southern regions like Kent and Devon, due to intense geomagnetic activity. The Met Office expects these displays to continue through Tuesday under clear sky conditions.
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The breath-taking aurora borealis was visible from locations as far south as Sheerness in Kent – pictured here – despite heavy light pollution in the area. Live News/Alamy Live News. The breath-taking aurora borealis was visible from locations as far south as Sheerness in Kent – pictured here – despite heavy light pollution in the area. Live News/Alamy Live News. Northern lights Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights Though mostly visible near the Arctic Circle, the natural phenomenon dazzled sky-gazers as far south Devon, Hampshire and Kent
Prefer the Guardian on Google The northern lights illuminated the skies across the UK on Friday and Saturday evening.
Sky-gazers as far south as Devon, Hampshire and Kent were treated to the dazzling natural phenomenon, also known as the aurora borealis.
The Met Office said sightings could continue during clear skies until Tuesday.
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