On Tuesday night, the aurora borealis appeared in unexpected parts of the United States. Colorful solar storms were visible as far south as Colorado, Kansas and Texas.
If you captured a photo of the northern lights that you're proud of, share it with us so we can share it with your fellow Coloradans!
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Didn't get a photo Tuesday night? The colors might be back on Wednesday
Experts say there might be more solar activity this evening, providing another opportunity to photograph the colorful night sky.
You can check the aurora forecast using the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Space Weather Prediction Center website or an aurora forecasting app.
Here's some advice for aurora photography. And a tip: taking a picture with a smartphone can reveal colors that aren’t visible to the naked eye.
Happy exploring!
