Two unexpected bursts of color showed up in the sky overnight Monday into early Tuesday morning. Around 11:30pm to midnight on Monday, October 8th a weak solar storm got a burst of activity. It produced the northern lights that were visible from northern Ohio into Michigan and Indiana. The solar storm started to fade after midnight. The sun is ramping up in solar activity and more opportunities to see the aurora are expected in the months to come.
The other unexpected show in the sky was an outburst of meteors from the Draconid meteor shower. According to the Canadian Meteor Orbit Radar, more than 1,000 meteors per hour occurred for a short period of time. Both the solar storm and meteor shower are coming to an end.
The picture in this article was from a powerful solar storm on November 7, 2004 when the northern lights covered most of the sky in our area.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:00 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:00:32 GMT
From around 11:01 to 11:05, the International Space Station will fly overhead, initially emerging from the northwestern horizon, then departing to the east. The weather should cooperate, with gradual clearing.
From around 11:01 to 11:05, the International Space Station will fly overhead, initially emerging from the northwestern horizon, then departing to the east. The weather should cooperate, with gradual clearing.
Monday, June 17 2013 7:57 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:57:59 GMT
Hail to the size of ping pong balls and golf balls, funnel clouds and uprooted, large trees have all been listed among the storm reports from central parts of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan
Hail to the size of ping pong balls and golf balls, funnel clouds and uprooted, large trees have all been listed among the storm reports from central parts of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan this Monday afternoon and evening.
Sunday, June 16 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-06-16 23:12:22 GMT
From June 1st through the 16th, we have received 4.37 inches of rain at the Toledo Express Airport. That is 1.99 inches above average for the time period, and about 8 times more than the same time last year.
From June 1st through the 16th, we have received 4.37 inches of rain at the Toledo Express Airport. That is 1.99 inches above average for the time period, and about 8 times more than the same time last year.
Saturday, June 15 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-06-16 02:38:26 GMT
Sunday will begin with showers and thunderstorms at the Michigan International Speedway, but by noon, the bulk of the showers will exit to the southeast. Rain chances will quickly fall through the afternoon.
Sunday will begin with showers and thunderstorms at the Michigan International Speedway, but by noon, the bulk of the showers will exit to the southeast. Rain chances will quickly fall through the afternoon.
Saturday, June 15 2013 12:13 AM EDT2013-06-15 04:13:04 GMT
The National Weather Service continued its investigation into the severe weather damage from Wednesday night, and discovered a 6th tornado in northwest Ohio. Locally, there were 2 EF-1 tornadoes and 4 EF-0 twisters.
The National Weather Service continued its investigation into the severe weather damage from Wednesday night, and discovered a 6th tornado in northwest Ohio. Locally, there were 2 EF-1 tornadoes and 4 EF-0 twisters.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:53:42 GMT
After two levy defeats, Bowling Green City Schools are cutting costs. The district is moving to a pay-to-participate system, charging students for after-school activities. The move could be the beginning
After two levy defeats, Bowling Green City Schools are cutting costs. The district is moving to a pay-to-participate system, charging students for after-school activities. The move could be the beginning of more cuts for the district.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:31:13 GMT
Three brothers from Morenci disappeared more than 2 and a half years ago. Tonight their case is getting national attention on a new John Walsh show. Alexander, Andrew and Tanner Skelton's story will
Three brothers from Morenci disappeared more than 2 and a half years ago. Alexander, Andrew and Tanner Skelton's story will be part of a new series call John Walsh Investigates. The episode airs Wednesday night at nine.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:05 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:05:17 GMT
Saint Ursula Academy's "Students in Action" initiative received a national honor in Washington DC Tuesday. 13abc's Washington Bureau Chief Jacqueline Policastro caught up with the girls on their big
Saint Ursula Academy's "Students in Action" initiative received a national honor in Washington DC Tuesday. 13abc's Washington Bureau Chief Jacqueline Policastro caught up with the girls on their big trip.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:30:10 GMT
Carroll Township Police have located 69 year old Mary Klosinski. Klosinki has dementia and has had a stroke in the past. She was missing since 1:00 a.m Tuesday, from her home in the Teal Bend condominium
Carroll Township Police have located 69 year old Mary Klosinski. Klosinki has dementia and has had a stroke in the past. She was missing since 1:00 a.m Tuesday, from her home in the Teal Bend condominium
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:45:50 GMT
The excavation of a field in suburban Detroit has failed to turn up the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, the FBI announced Wednesday, adding another unsuccessful chapter to a nearly
The excavation of a field in suburban Detroit has failed to turn up the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, the FBI announced Wednesday, adding another unsuccessful chapter to a nearly 40-year-old mystery.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:31:13 GMT
Three brothers from Morenci disappeared more than 2 and a half years ago. Tonight their case is getting national attention on a new John Walsh show. Alexander, Andrew and Tanner Skelton's story will
Three brothers from Morenci disappeared more than 2 and a half years ago. Alexander, Andrew and Tanner Skelton's story will be part of a new series call John Walsh Investigates. The episode airs Wednesday night at nine.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:19:28 GMT
A judge is aiming for a late summer proceeding to meet the speedy trial rights of an Ohio man accused of kidnapping three women and holding them in his home for about a decade. Judge Michael Russo in
Judge Michael Russo in Cleveland says he's aiming for an Aug. 4 trial for 52-year-old Ariel Castro, who was arrested May 6.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:50:33 GMT
A woman told authorities she was held captive for more than a year by three people who forced her to do housework, raided her bank account and menaced her with snakes and pit bulls. But an attorney
A woman told authorities she was held captive for more than a year by three people who forced her to do housework, raided her bank account and menaced her with snakes and pit bulls.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:31 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:31:13 GMT
Three brothers from Morenci disappeared more than 2 and a half years ago. Tonight their case is getting national attention on a new John Walsh show. Alexander, Andrew and Tanner Skelton's story will
Three brothers from Morenci disappeared more than 2 and a half years ago. Alexander, Andrew and Tanner Skelton's story will be part of a new series call John Walsh Investigates. The episode airs Wednesday night at nine.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:53:42 GMT
After two levy defeats, Bowling Green City Schools are cutting costs. The district is moving to a pay-to-participate system, charging students for after-school activities. The move could be the beginning
After two levy defeats, Bowling Green City Schools are cutting costs. The district is moving to a pay-to-participate system, charging students for after-school activities. The move could be the beginning of more cuts for the district.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:45:50 GMT
The excavation of a field in suburban Detroit has failed to turn up the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, the FBI announced Wednesday, adding another unsuccessful chapter to a nearly
The excavation of a field in suburban Detroit has failed to turn up the remains of former Teamsters union leader Jimmy Hoffa, the FBI announced Wednesday, adding another unsuccessful chapter to a nearly 40-year-old mystery.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:05 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:05:17 GMT
Saint Ursula Academy's "Students in Action" initiative received a national honor in Washington DC Tuesday. 13abc's Washington Bureau Chief Jacqueline Policastro caught up with the girls on their big
Saint Ursula Academy's "Students in Action" initiative received a national honor in Washington DC Tuesday. 13abc's Washington Bureau Chief Jacqueline Policastro caught up with the girls on their big trip.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:51 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:51:19 GMT
Best Buy is recalling 5,100 replacement batteries for the MacBook Pro due to a fire risk. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday that there have been 13 reports that the battery
Best Buy is recalling 5,100 replacement batteries for the MacBook Pro due to a fire risk. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday that there have been 13 reports that the battery caught fire.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:50:33 GMT
A woman told authorities she was held captive for more than a year by three people who forced her to do housework, raided her bank account and menaced her with snakes and pit bulls. But an attorney
A woman told authorities she was held captive for more than a year by three people who forced her to do housework, raided her bank account and menaced her with snakes and pit bulls.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:30:10 GMT
Carroll Township Police have located 69 year old Mary Klosinski. Klosinki has dementia and has had a stroke in the past. She was missing since 1:00 a.m Tuesday, from her home in the Teal Bend condominium
Carroll Township Police have located 69 year old Mary Klosinski. Klosinki has dementia and has had a stroke in the past. She was missing since 1:00 a.m Tuesday, from her home in the Teal Bend condominium
Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:11 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:11:36 GMT
Toledo firefighters are on the scene of a house fire in Toledo. The fire broke out at a home on the 1100 block of Avondale just after 11:30pm Tuesday. Dispatchers tell us heavy flames are showing.
Toledo firefighters were called to the scene of a house fire in Toledo late Tuesday night. The fire broke out at a home on the 1100 block of Avondale just after 11:30pm Tuesday.
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