Aurora sightings over Dallas during the March 17–18, 2015 geomagnetic storm

During the strong geomagnetic storm of March 17–18, 2015, residents in Dallas reported seeing auroral displays (northern lights) far south of their usual range, and local media covered sightings across the metro area. Observers in downtown Dallas and other parts of the city reported unusual skyglows and colored lights that night; such low-latitude auroral visibility is uncommon and tied to the strength of that solar event. Scientists and news outlets noted the 2015 event as an example of how intense geomagnetic storms can make auroras visible well away from polar regions.