July 31st 2024.
Residents in the southern states of Australia may have a chance to witness a spectacular light show this week, following the stunning display of the Aurora Australis last night. This major aurora event lit up the night sky in May for some parts of the country. While last night's display was smaller in comparison, there is potential for more to come.
According to the Bureau of Meteorology, there may be several coronal mass ejections (CMEs) that could impact Earth within the next 24 hours. If these CMEs cause geomagnetic storms in the atmosphere, it could lead to more breathtaking aurora displays in the coming nights. The Bureau updated their website at 1am today with this information.
In their statement, the Bureau also mentioned that if the geomagnetic activity does occur, the aurora may be visible during the nighttime hours in Tasmania and southern Victoria on July 31. They also noted that there is a possibility of seeing the aurora on the night of August 1 in similar locations, but with a reduced probability.
Meanwhile, the Olympic Games in Paris are currently in full swing, and the schedule is jam-packed with thrilling events. To stay on top of all the action, be sure to check out the day-to-day guide in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
Franklin MP Julie Collins shared a photo this morning that she took on a beach in her electorate last night. The photo captured the stunning green and gold hues of the aurora as it glowed over the ocean. In her post, Collins wrote, "Even the Aurora Australis last night turned out in Green and Gold for our Olympians."
Don't miss a single moment of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris! You can watch every event live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now. And for an ad-free and high-definition experience, tune in to Stan Sport, where all events will be broadcast in 4K.
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