WATCH: Stunning northern lights display in Alaska

ABC News
March 15, 2026
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Northern lights appeared over Fairbanks, Alaska in a spectacular display.

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Onlookers in Fairbanks, Alaska, witnessed a mesmerizing display of the northern lights. The aurora borealis created a stunning visual spectacle for residents and visitors in the area. The celestial light show provided dramatic entertainment for those who observed the natural phenomenon in Alaska's interior city.

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