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There is a chance that Yorkshire could be dazzled by the Northern Lights as a solar storm looks set to collide with Earth.

READ: Northern Lights could be visible from Yorkshire as solar storm continues crash course with EarthThe storm, which was caused by an enormous explosion in the sun’s atmosphere last week, could wreak havoc with satellite signals and power sources on Wednesday evening, NASA have warned.

And although the chances of seeing the awe-inspiring Aurora in Yorkshire remains slim, there is still a chance that rural areas could get a chance to see the jaw-dropping natural phenomenon.

If you are lucky enough to witness them tonight, wow your friends and family with this comprehensive guide on the Northern Lights.

The Northern Lights at The Bathing House, Howick. PIC: Lyn Douglas.

What are the Northern Lights?

Known as the ‘Aurora borealis’ in the north and ‘Aurora australis’ in the south, the Northern Lights are formed when electrically charged particles from the sun collide and enter the Earth’s atmosphere, and are usually seen above the north and south poles.

Pale green and pink are the most common colours the displays appear in but several other colours inclu

Everything you need to know about the Northern Lights