Astronauts capture stunning aurorae images from ISS

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station recently captured stunning images of aurorae over the Indian Ocean. These lights are caused by charged particles from the Sun interacting with Earth's atmosphere, creating vibrant displays. The current solar activity is heightened, leading to more frequent and intense aurorae. The images show various colors, including green and red, depending on the atmospheric conditions and the energy of the solar particles. NASA's photo archive features these images, highlighting the dynamic nature of aurorae as they change rapidly. The ISS orbits at 419 kilometers (260 miles) above Earth, providing a unique perspective of this natural phenomenon.