This coming Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be seen in the US from Texas to Maine; In Brooklyn this eclipse will peak at 3:25pm, covering about 90% ofthe Sun. The total eclipse will last from 2:10pm to 4:36pm.

What is a Solar Eclipse? During a solar eclipse the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth and blocks all or part of the Sun. During a total solar eclipse, the Moon lines up perfectly to fully block the Sun; in a partial solar eclipse, the Moon only blocks part of the Sun; and during an annular eclipse, alignment is perfect but the Moon is too far away from the Earth to completely obscure the Sun. Solar eclipses happen all over the world at least once a year. However, the next total solar eclipse over North America won’t occur until 2044.

How can I view a solar eclipse? Even if you are in a place where the sun is completely blocked out: Never look directly at an eclipse without protection.The safest way to view an eclipse is wearing eclipse glasses, which will protect your eyes. Make sure the glass lenses do not have any tears or holes before using them, especially if you are reusing ones from a previous eclipse.