A solar storm on Thursday (July 13) is expected to make the Northern Lights visible in 17 states.
The states where the aurora borealis will likely be seen include Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, Indiana, Maine and Maryland.
The best viewing times of the Northern Lights on Thursday are currently between 10 PM and 2 AM local time.