This aurora borealis comes to us from a period of high activity from the sun. Per EarthSky, a total of 20 solar flares have been detected over the last 24 hours, and some of that

Folks ringing in the new year in several states along the U.S.’s northern border might spot the aurora borealis amidst the fireworks and celebrations, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasting a heightened visibility on New Year’s Eve.

It’s possible that some upper U.S. states could again get the chance to see the Northern Lights as the world rings in 2025. Here's what to know.