Multiple residents near Ross River, Yukon, reported rows of bright, flickering lights seen from the Robert Campbell Highway and over the community. Explanations remain unclear, with theories ranging from natural gas ignitions to human activity or unknown aerial phenomena.

SMHI warned of icy conditions in northern Sweden, and Skellefteå’s ER saw a surge of patients injured in falls. Staff report “casting non‑stop,” with most injuries linked to extremely slippery streets and sidewalks.

SJ has canceled all train departures between Narvik, Norway and Boden, Sweden due to extreme cold, warning the situation can be life-threatening.