With the current solar cycle approaching solar maximum, we have been blessed with some amazing rarely seen displays of lady Aurora Australis.
After watching getting a few messages that the aurora was visible in the early morning the day prior, I got up and managed to get my eldest son up as well and we headed down to the coast to colour through the clouds. It was the most magnificant display I had ever seen, and to experience it with my son Jacob down at the beach was simply awesome.
Little did we know that later that evening we were in for a bigger treat as a series of strong CME's was approaching earth from a huge solar storm from a very active sunspot. I'm not totally across all of the minor details, but it was the strongest storm to approach the earth in around 20years.
So with that in mind, we all packed into the car and drove down to Shoalwater bay south of Perth to find a clear view to the south. I had my wife and sons with me, as well as one of my long time friends Leah and hers kids, as well as my folks join us on the beach.
This video showed what we were treated to, 3 distint shows, with the final display being the crescendo of the evening.
Once in a lifetime moment for those lucky enough to see it around the world. Perth being at around 32*S of Latitude, it certainly isnt what you'd call an aurora hot spot.
Absolutely blessed to have witnessed it with those who I love most :)
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