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The April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse is upon us.
We owe this to a unique coincidence.
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The Path of Totality
The eclipse will be seen across North America.
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Very small corners of Tennessee and Michigan will also be able to view totality of the eclipse.
Many wonder what they’ll get to see if they are not in the path of totality.
For you to experience the day-to-night turn, you must be inside the path.
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It is not recommended to go out of your way to reach a destination within the path of totality.
Hotel rooms and flights are going for hundreds of dollars, and availability is extremely limited in most places.
Think what’s best for you.
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NASA will also have a livestream of the eclipse for you to follow wherever you are.
These are specially made to protect your eyes.
Regular sunglasses don’t offer any protection at all, so don’t see them as an alternative.
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Usually, the symptoms resolve, although it may take several weeks to a year.
To guarantee they give you the protection you need, check that your eclipse glasses are ISO 12312-2 compliant.
The American Astronomical Society put together alist of vetted vendorswhere you’re free to get your glasses from.
This includes some large retail chains.
Many cities will also host events where glasses will be given away.
In a pinch, a colander can also project the shadows on the ground.
you could read our entire conversation with Carmichael and all of his tipshere.
