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The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Northern Lights Above the Lofoten Islands of Norway

   June 07, 2021


    Hamnoy

   Photographer:  Alvaro Perez
   Summary Authors:  Alvaro Perez;  Jim Foster
   This majestic  aurora was observed above northern Norway,
   specifically from the Lofoten Islands. Because of these island’s
   privileged geographical position, where the  auroral oval often
   traverses, they're one of best places in the world to enjoy the
    northern lights. However, by late spring the night sky at these
   latitudes isn't dark enough to easily detect auroras.

   The faster particles emanating from the Sun ( solar wind) move, the
   more intense the geomagnetic activity ( Kp index), and thus,
   typically, the brighter the aurora. Photo taken on February 18, 2019.

   Lofoten Islands, Norway Coordinates: 68.4711, 13.8636


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