Fact Check: Are the Northern Lights Being Caused by the HAARP Facility in Alaska?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: The HAARP research facility in Alaska caused recent appearances of the Northern Lights.

Rating: BLATANT LIE

Explanation: Full Fact reports that the Northern Lights were caused by a powerful geomagnetic storm originating from solar activity, not by HAARP. Scientists have long established that auroras result from charged particles from the sun interacting with Earth’s magnetic field. HAARP does not have the capability to create or control auroral displays.

Source: Full Fact

Date: 01/25/2026

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Last Updated on January 25, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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