[Ips-aurora-alert] Aurora Watch [SEC=UNCLASSIFIED]

[rwc at ips.gov.au]

SUBJ: IPS AURORA WATCH
ISSUED AT 0316 UT ON 21 Dec 2015 BY IPS RADIO AND SPACE SERVICES
FROM THE AUSTRALIAN SPACE FORECAST CENTRE

A significant geomagnetic storm has been in progress for the past 24
hours. Bright auroras at multiple wavelengths were visible in Tasmania
on the night of Dec 20. Aurora may again be visible in Tasmania and
possibly Southern Victoria on the night of Dec 21 if geomagnetic
activity persists at present levels into local night hours. Prevailing
bright moonlight may hinder observation. Aurora alerts will follow
should favourable space weather activity eventuate.

Australian Space Forecast Centre
IPS Radio and Space Services
Bureau of Meteorology

P: +61 2 9213 8010
E: asfc at ips.gov.au