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Captured by you! Northern Lights seen across the UK & IE

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13 May 2024

Captured by you!
Northern Lights seen across the UK & IE

Northern Lights over IrelandNorthern Lights over EnglandNorthern Lights over DevonNorthern Lights over Dunkeld, Perthshire, Scotland.Northern Lights over Crawley.Northern Lights over York.Northern Lights over Witham, Essex.Northern Lights over Exton, Rutland.
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Nobber, Co. Meath, Ireland - © Francis O'Sullivan

The Northern Lights were vibrant over the UK and Ireland over the weekend, here's a collection of images sent in by our users!

The aurora borealis was visible over the weekend thanks to a series of strong geomagnetic storms which began on May 8th.

Activity has now dropped back to lower levels, meaning the atmospheric phenomenon is no longer likely to appear overhead until the next strong solar storms arrive.

Remember to show off your shots if you capture the spectacular sight via our uploader!

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Ryan Hathaway
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