Aurora Borealis: Solar storm leads to amazing Northern Lights performance

11:52 AM, Jan 26, 2012   |    comments
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(CBS News) -- It was a light show to remember for skywatchers around the world as auroras lit up the far northern skies Tuesday night in a supercharged light show.

Photo Gallery: Solar storm enhances Northern Lights
More Pictures: Spectacular solar storm

The aurora borealis was caused by Sunday's solar flare eruptions, which generated a wave of charged particles. It marked the strongest solar radiation storm since 2005, according to NASA.

Radiation from Sunday's flare will likely continue through Wednesday. Levels are considered strong but other storms have been more severe.

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