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Rare Northern Lights Dazzle Midlands Skies for Brief Moment
16 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Severe geomagnetic storm caused rare Northern Lights display
- Cloudy conditions limited visibility of the colorful lights
- BBC invites public to share photos showcasing the West Midlands
On the evening of November 15th, 2025, a severe geomagnetic storm caused a rare display of the Northern Lights over the West Midlands region. However, the visibility of the colorful lights was limited due to cloudy conditions that night.
Despite the brief spell of the natural phenomenon, the BBC is inviting members of the public to share their photographs showcasing the beauty of the West Midlands. Residents can upload their images through the BBC Weather Watchers platform or email them directly to the broadcaster. The BBC has also provided some top photography tips from professional photographers to inspire budding photographers in the region.
To have their pictures considered for use across the BBC's various outputs, contributors must include details such as the photographer's name, location, date, and time the photos were taken, as well as provide permission for the BBC to use the images. The broadcaster notes that it is more likely to feature photos taken within the past week.
