Residents of Middle Tennessee and South Kentucky can mark their calendars for an exciting celestial event set to take place on April 8, 2024. A total solar eclipse will be visible across parts of the eastern half of the United States, from Texas to northern New England.
Although Middle Tennessee and South Kentucky will only experience a partial eclipse, with 90-95% of the sun covered, the event is still expected to be a spectacle. The eclipse will reach its peak at 2:03 PM, causing a noticeable change in the light but not completely darkening the sky.
It is important for onlookers to protect their eyes during the eclipse by wearing special eclipse glasses. Even when the sun is 90-95% eclipsed, looking directly at it can cause serious eye damage. For those in need of eclipse glasses, Memphis-based American Paper Optics is offering NASA and ISO-approved ones for sale, with 10% of the proceeds going to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
For those willing to make a short road trip, nearby states such as Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana will be able to witness the total eclipse. These states are all reachable within a three to four-hour drive from Nashville.
More information on the upcoming solar eclipse can be found on GreatAmericanEclipse.com and JanetsPlanet.com. It’s an event that astronomy enthusiasts and curious spectators alike won’t want to miss.
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