Some public officials are concerned the big solar storm could disrupt communication satellites, GPS systems and parts of the power grid

A large chunk of northern U.S. states could get a glimpse at the northern lights on Thursday night, according to a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast, which predicts a strong showing of the natural phenomenon amid a potentially severe geomagnetic storm.

In the United States, plenty of Americans should have an opportunity Thursday to witness auroras dancing across the night sky.