The northern lights may be visible in parts of the United States after sundown on New Year’s Eve, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Folks ringing in the new year in several states along the U.S.’s northern border might spot the aurora borealis amidst the fireworks and celebrations, with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasting a heightened visibility on New Year’s Eve.

Public lands will close as the annual King of the Hammers race event returns to the High Desert’s Johnson Valley in January 2025. Millions of people were under tornado watches on Saturday in parts of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Arkansas.