G1 - Minor geomagnetic storm

Observed Kp: 5
Threshold reached: 11:46 UTC

Current data suggests there is a slight possibility for aurora to appear at the following high latitude regions in the near future

Anchorage, AK
The solar wind speed is currently moderately high (577.3 km/sec.)
The strength of the interplanetary magnetic field is moderate (12.54nT), the direction is slightly South (-4.34nT).
The Disturbance Storm Time index predicts moderate storm conditions right now (-62nT)

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