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Can YOU see the Northern Lights? Aurora borealis visible to the eye

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The aurora borealis is due to a 'high speed stream' emitted from a coronal hole an opening in the sun's outer surface.

In the UK , people in Scotland are best-placed, but there may also be naked eye viewings as far south as Newcastle and Belfast .

The best way to see the stunning displays is to find a dark place, away from light pollution such as street lights.

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