A severe geomagnetic storm, caused by a coronal mass ejection (CME) from the sun, is set to impact Earth on Thursday, with potential to be ranked as a G4 (severe) storm on the geomagnetic scale. The NOAA has issued a warning, highlighting that the storm could disrupt power grids and satellite operations, exacerbating recovery efforts in Florida post-Hurricane Milton. The solar storm may also result in the Northern Lights being visible as far south as Alabama and California, providing a rare viewing opportunity for many. This event follows a series of solar flares creating auroras earlier in the week. Experts are monitoring the storm's progress closely, as its exact strength and impact will only be fully understood close to its arrival. Sky watchers in less light-polluted areas are encouraged to capture the auroras, which are often better seen through long-exposure photography.