The total solar eclipse that will occur on Monday, April 8, 2024, will cross North America, going over Canada, the United States, and Mexico. When the moon moves between the sun and the Earth and briefly obscures the sun's face, this is known as a total solar eclipse. The term "path of totality" refers to the lunar shadow's trajectory across the surface of Earth. Thirty-one million Americans already reside inside the path of totality, making the celestial marvel accessible to them. The South Pacific Ocean will be the starting point of the total solar eclipse. The Pacific coast of Mexico will witness totality first in continental North America, weather permitting, at approximately 11:07 a.m. PDT.
Following its journey from Mexico, the eclipse will pass across Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine before entering the United States in Texas. The complete solar eclipse will also be visible in a few isolated areas of Tennessee and Michigan. After crossing Southern Ontario into Canada, the eclipse will pass over Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Cape Breton. At 5:16 p.m. NDT, the eclipse will leave continental North America and cross the Atlantic coast of Newfoundland, Canada.
The total solar eclipse on April 8 is expected to be the largest mass travel event in U.S. history, drawing together eclipse professionals and amateur skywatchers alike.
Various things should be avoided during a solar eclipse. Following is a list of such things:
1) Do not look directly at the sun.
2) Avoid using optical devices.
3) Don't drive wearing eclipse glasses.
4) It is better to avoid travel.
5) Do not drive while trying to watch the eclipse.
6) Use proper eye protection.
7) Don't use optical devices without proper filters.
8) Supervise children while watching the event.
Prabir Rudra
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