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On Monday, April 8, 2024, North America will experience a total solar eclipse, an astronomical event that will captivate millions of people across the continent. This rare phenomenon will occur when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, casting a shadow that will cross Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
The total solar eclipse will begin in Mexico’s Baja California peninsula, where the moon’s path will start to cover the sun’s light, creating a unique and awe-inspiring sight. The eclipse will then travel northward, crossing the United States from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean. The path of totality, where the eclipse will be at its maximum, will stretch from Mexico to Canada, passing through states such as Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ontario.
The total solar eclipse will last for approximately 4 minutes and 28 seconds, making it one of the longest eclipses of the 21st century. This event is particularly significant because it will be visible from a populated area, allowing many people to witness this natural wonder. The last total solar eclipse visible from the United States occurred in 2017, and the next one will not occur until 2045.
If you cannot witness the solar eclipse in person, you can watch all the action live online. Here’s where to tune in for the best viewing experience:
NASA Livestream: NASA will be providing live coverage of the total solar eclipse from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. EDT (1700 to 2000 GMT) on April 8, 2024. The livestream will feature expert commentary, telescope views of the eclipse from various locations, and a broadcast in Spanish.
Time and Date Livestream: Time and Date, a leading sky-watching site, will be streaming the solar eclipse from Llano, Texas, and posting real-time updates and background information on its blog.
Exploratorium Livestream: The Exploratorium, a science and art museum in San Francisco, will be offering live streams of the total eclipse, including a unique sound experience from Torreón, Mexico, and Junction, Texas.
National Science Foundation Livestream: The National Science Foundation will be hosting a live stream of the eclipse, featuring educational programming for school-age children.
University of Maine Balloon Stream: The University of Maine’s livestream from the stratosphere will take eclipse viewing to a whole new level.
McDonald Observatory Livestream: The McDonald Observatory will be livestreaming the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.
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