美國國家海洋暨大氣總署發布地磁風暴警報，極光有望現蹤
NOAA issues geomagnetic storm watch with potential for aurora sightings
Updated at: August 27, 2026 at 04:00 AM
在2026年8月下旬，太陽正上演著一場壯觀的表演。
In late August 2026, the sun is putting on a spectacular show.
美國國家海洋暨大氣總署（NOAA）的太空天氣預測中心已針對8月27日和28日發布了地磁風暴警報，此前曾出現強烈的太陽活動，包括一次M6.9級的閃焰。
NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center has issued geomagnetic storm watches for August 27 and 28, following intense solar activity including an M6.9 flare.
此事件是由高速太陽風和日冕物質拋射撞擊地球磁場所引起的。
This event is caused by high-speed solar winds and coronal mass ejections hitting Earth’s magnetic field.
雖然這些風暴可能會對衛星和無線電通訊造成輕微干擾，但主要的樂趣在於可能出現令人驚嘆的極光表演。
While these storms can cause minor disruptions to satellite and radio communications, the primary excitement lies in the potential for stunning aurora displays.
由於這次是G2級的中度風暴，極光可能比平常出現在更南邊的地方，甚至延伸至美國北部和歐洲北部的部分地區。
Because of the G2-level moderate storm, the northern lights may be visible much further south than usual, reaching into parts of the northern United States and northern Europe.
為了捕捉這難得一見的景象，專家建議找一個遠離城市光害的地點，並讓眼睛適應黑暗。
To catch a glimpse, experts recommend finding a spot away from city light pollution and allowing your eyes to adjust to the darkness.
請密切關注NOAA網站上的即時數據，特別是「Bz」值；朝南的磁場通常預示著天空中舞動的翠綠或紅色極光出現的最佳時機。
Keep an eye on the NOAA website for real-time data, specifically the 'Bz' value; a southward-oriented magnetic field often signals the best chance for vibrant green or red lights dancing across the sky.
