Subj : DAY-BEFORE-YESTERDAY'S-NEWS TODAY! To : All From : Roger Nelson Date : Wed Dec 24 2014 07:40:01 Space Weather News for Dec. 22, 2014 http://spaceweather.com STRATOSPHERIC CLOUDS: Around the Arctic Circle, sky watchers are seeing fantastic colors--but it's not the aurora borealis. A rare outbreak of polar stratospheric clouds is underway over our planet's north polar region. These clouds, which are associated with the formation of ozone holes, float much higher than ordinary clouds and produce unforgettable colors during the hours around sunset. Visit http://spaceweather.com for pictures and updates. LAST-MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFT: What do you give the sky watcher who has everything? How about a gift subscription to our Space Weather Alert Service? That's right, you can give auroras for Christmas! Signups and gift cards are available here: https://spaceweatherphone.com/SMSSignup/phone_sign_up.php?Signup_Type=BuySpac eWeatherGift (text) and here: http://www.spaceweatherphone.com/signup/phone_sign_up.php?Signup_Type=BuySpac eWeatherGift (voice) Regards, Roger --- D'Bridge 3.99 * Origin: NCS BBS - Houma, LoUiSiAna (1:3828/7) .