The recent intensification of the aurora australis in Earth's atmosphere over the weekend of 11/12 May 2024 caused much conversation and photo sharing.

The AIP's solar physicists and space science researchers have written a number of explainers:

Why are auroras so hard to predict? And when can we expect more? (The Conversation)

Will we see more intense auroras this year? The science of solar storms explained (ABC News)

Expert Commentary: What caused so many auroras this weekend, and could we see more? (CSIRO)

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