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February 8, 2023 Auroras

Grand Rapids, Minnesota

Solar wind conditions became favorable for auroras, and the skies were, unbelievably, not completely overcast. The moon was bright, but I hoped for a substorm that might outshine the moonlight for a bit. I could barely see the auroras against the horizon brightening from the moonlight. Below are two contrast-enhanced photos.

Nice Auroras
The horizon is faintly green with barely perceptible columns of aurora.
Nice Auroras
A dim oval developed for a few minutes before more clouds moved in.

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