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The Mystery of STEVE

April 23 , 2024 216 days 341 0
  • STEVE is an optical phenomenon characterized by a distinctive purple and green light ribbon in the sky.
  • Initially observed in Canada, STEVE has been sighted in various locations across Europe and American continent.
  • It is a narrow arc extending for hundreds or thousands of miles, aligned east-west, and typically lasts for 20 minutes to an hour.
  • It is associated with a fast-moving stream of extremely hot particles called a sub-auroral ion drift (SAID).
  • This unique characteristic sets it apart from conventional auroras.

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