A geomagnetic storm expected to hit the Northern Hemisphere overnight will increase the possibility of the aurora borealis being visible "as far south as Alabama to northern California."

A severe geomagnetic storm means there's a chance for a spectacular display of the northern lights over the US tonight.

There's a good chance you can see the northern lights across the skies in north Georgia tonight! ATLANTA — If you look to the skies in north Georgia tonight and use the long-exposure setting on your camera, there's a good chance you can see the northern lights across the skies.