How to safely watch the solar eclipse? Ophthalmologist weighs in on eye damage and misconceptions

As the US counts down the final hours to the highly anticipated total solar eclipse on April 8, the astronomical spectacle will be witnessed across 15 states over North America. HOULTON, MAINE – APRIL 07: Eclipse glasses are worn by a statue of George Washington on April 07, 2024, in Houlton, Maine. Millions of people … Read more

Real or Fake? How to tell if your Eclipse glasses are safe amid phoney versions in US market

With the total solar eclipse on April 8, it’s important to ensure that your eclipse glasses are safe and authentic. There are reports of phoney glasses flooding the US market, ahead of this mega astronomical event. While it may benefit the sellers it can take a toll on your eyesight. Here’s how you can distinguish … Read more

Time, Duration And How To Watch It Live Online

Total Solar Eclipse 2024: The peak spectacle is expected to last for up to 4 minutes and 27 seconds An astronomical spectacle is all set to captivate skywatchers as a total solar eclipse is set to grace the skies across North America, turning day into night, on April 8. Total eclipses are dramatic and turn … Read more

Join our live coverage of 2024 total solar eclipse. Here’s how to watch

ORLANDO, Fla. – The solar eclipse is almost here. If you can’t make it outside to see the partial eclipse in Florida or couldn’t travel to see awe of totality, News 6 has you covered. Starting at 1 p.m. Monday, join meteorologist Jonathan Kegges on News 6+ and right here on ClickOrlando.com as he breaks … Read more

Counterfeit eclipse glasses are selling online. Here’s how to spot them

Glasses should be worn before and after the eclipse to avoid eye damage AAS: Counterfeit eclipse glasses are ‘polluting the marketplace’ Authentic glasses are labeled ‘ISO 12312-2’ with an ISO certification label (NewsNation) — Scammers are trying to sell counterfeit solar eclipse glasses ahead of next Monday’s event. During the solar eclipse, the moon will move … Read more

Counterfeit eclipse glasses are selling online. How to spot fakes – National

As the excitement builds for the upcoming total solar eclipse, warnings about counterfeit and fake eclipse glasses are also popping up. Looking directly at the sun without proper protection can lead to serious problems, such as partial or complete loss of eyesight, the Canadian Space Agency warns. That is why it’s important to get internationally … Read more

How to photograph April’s solar eclipse, according to NASA

Nikon recently shared some tips on how to photograph April’s total solar eclipse, and NASA is also offering its own ideas. The total solar eclipse will take place on April 8 and folks in the U.S. have a great opportunity to witness this extraordinary celestial event. A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon comes … Read more

TJC Earth and Space Science Center director explains how to be sure your eclipse glasses are safe

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – We are almost two weeks away from the Great American Total Solar Eclipse, and as we get closer to this rare event, eclipse glasses will be increasingly harder to find. Because of that, counterfeit, unsafe viewing glasses may be put on the market to fill in the gaps. On Apr. 8, … Read more