Canada could see Northern Lights for New Years Eve [Video]

While fireworks have become a popular way to celebrate the arrival of the new year, many Canadians could be treated to a much larger light display across the night sky.

As of Monday afternoon, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center is forecasting a strong possibility for aurora borealis over much of Canada on New Year’s Eve.

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True to its name, the Northern Lights are expected to be less prevalent in areas of the country near the U.S. border to the south.

The celestial light show is best witnessed in dark areas outside of major centres with limited to no light pollution. However, even the best laid plans for optimal viewing remain at the mercy of cloud coverage.

The vast majority of the country is expecting overcast conditions on New …