Aurora, Taken by Dave N. on July 3, 2026 @ Santa Fe County, New Mexico
SPACEWEATHER.COM NEWS: 07/04/2026
STRONG GEOMAGNETIC STORM–NOW! A strong G3-class geomagnetic storm is underway as Earth passes through the wake of a CME that struck on July 3rd. Observers in more than 30 US states are reporting auroras–some mixed with 4th of July fireworks.
This iPhone photo taken by Dave. N of Santa Fe County, New Mexico, shows auroras as far south as latitude +36N:
Sandy and Luna, 07/03/2026 – Jackie and Shadow’s nest with a view of the rising Sun and the Big Bear Valley Solar Observatory
The Eagles favorite view looks toward the East where the Sun rises. Sandy and Luna may have fledged 2 weeks earlier than sisters Sunny and Gizmo in the last brood. Sandy was accidentally knocked off her perch by little brother Luna. Then Luna had to spend the night alone and fledged the next day.
The timing may have been turned to the highest good. They both made their way back home where they can use the safety of the nest as their base of operations. Eating fish on a branch is a little tricky. They only have to call on Jackie for home delivery.
They have the best accommodations (with room service). They know they can fly and make their way back, so they are free to come and go.
