A 'Full Halo CME' Is Headed For Earth After Solar Flare

A coronal mass ejection left the sun Tuesday in the wake of a solar flare, with a "full halo" structure directed toward Earth. Space weather experts say aurora displays are possible on Friday.

• The coronal mass ejection occurred Tuesday after a solar flare
• The eruption is classified as a "full halo" CME
• Space weather experts expect possible aurora displays on Friday