ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A geomagnetic storm that hit Earth Tuesday night made it possible for some to see the northern lights in north Georgia.

The peak viewing window was from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday.

Residents across north Georgia, including areas with plenty of light, like the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Alpharetta, captured images of the aurora by using their phone cameras in night vision mode and looking north.

The geomagnetic storm was significant enough to give the region a rare chance to see the aurora this far south.

Although the lights appeared more subdued than vibrant displays seen in northern latitudes, the aurora remained visible through camera technology even in areas with substantial artificial lighting.

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