The skies over Metro Vancouver and much of BC were illuminated last night by the Northern Lights, leaving people in absolute awe.
The Aurora Borealis was visible in many areas you usually wouldn’t be able to see them from due to a rare geomagnetic storm. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said last night’s solar storm was the first of this strength since 2005.
Pictures shared on social media show captivating pink, green and purple colours illuminating the skies over the province.
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One user even described the experience as as one of the best nights of their life.
The Northern Lights were even visible from the Sunshine Coast and much of Vancouver Island.
Another user described last night’s captivating display of lights as the best Northern Lights he has ever seen.
Another post on X shows the amount of traffic in one neighbourhood as people eagerly snapped photos.
Even local law enforcement paused for a moment to appreciate this special event.