Cheyenne, WY – Wyoming Highway Patrol Class 109 was met with an extraordinary backdrop this week as troopers conducted advanced firearms training beneath the Northern Lights. Photos shared by the department show patrol vehicles silhouetted against a vivid red and green aurora stretching across the Wyoming sky.
According to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, the training session focused on advanced night operations and firearms handling. The agency noted that “dedication knows no darkness,” highlighting the commitment of recruits even under unusual nighttime conditions.
The colorful display seen above the troopers was part of a widespread geomagnetic storm visible across much of the northern United States. Experts say such displays are rare this far south, caused by heightened solar activity sending charged particles into Earth’s atmosphere.
Residents across Wyoming also reported spotting the aurora late Tuesday night into early Wednesday, with social media filling up with photos of the sky glowing red, pink, and green over the plains and mountain ranges.
The Highway Patrol’s post quickly drew attention online, with many praising the troopers for their dedication — and for capturing one of nature’s most breathtaking backdrops.
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