211K views · 997 reactions | Analysis continue on today's, 5 Nov, CME and early results show a surprising result - that this CME potentially has more of an Earth-directed aspect than would be expected based on location far NE location of the associated flare alone. Final decision on a Watch will come soon. | NOAA NWS Space Weather Prediction Center | Facebook

NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center: Another Earth-directed coronal mass ejection (CME) that causes geomagnetic storms is expected to arrive around mid-day today. Attached is the Aurora Forecast through tonight. Look north or take a picture this evening after sunset (clear skies, no moon, and the greatest chance of aurora). Details: https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/products/aurora-30-minute-forecast | US National Weather Service Charleston SC

Coronal mass ejection (CME) | Definition & Effects | Britannica

'Cannibal' coronal mass ejection will hit Earth at nearly 2 million mph, scientists say