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The above timeline is useful for predicting the larger space weather
disturbances; however, not all aurora are a direct result of CMEs. Any
disturbance in the solar wind may cause a geomagnetic storm, and several
auroral displays often occurr within a given storm, so it can be useful to
check solar wind conditions, Dst, Kp, and auroral particles independently of
CME activity. This is particularly true if you live in the higher latitudes
(>50 degrees). People in lower latitudes may only see auroral displays during
large Halo CME events that cause significant disturbances in solar wind
conditions.