Northern lights seen dazzling across the skies, even in metro Detroit
Did you look up in the sky last night, Michiganders?
The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are a natural phenomenon that could be seen in metro Detroit and across Michigan on Friday night, with skies clear across most of the state.
Below are some of the best photos of the northern lights taken Friday night in Michigan.
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When is the best time to see the northern lights?
If you didn't catch the northern lights yet, you may still be able to see them shimmer closer to midnight or sometime after, going into very early Saturday morning. You also may have a chance to see them late Saturday or Sunday night, too, if weather conditions hold up. Keep your eyes on the skies.
Can't see the northern lights? Use your phone
If you're having trouble seeing the northern lights with the naked eye, try using your phone camera in dark setting and hold still while capturing the photo. You might be surprised at what's dancing in the sky!
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Northern lights seen dazzling across Michigan skies
