A total solar eclipse will take place today Monday, April 8, 2024, which will be visible across North America and dubbed the Great North American Eclipse by some media.
The total solar eclipse visits Missouri beginning at 1:53 pm CDT with the final exit of the Moon's shadow from the state at 2:02 pm CDT.
Through Missouri, the speed of the Moon's shadow will accelerate from about 1775 miles per hour to about 1900 miles per hour.
As we know a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, thereby obscuring the image of the Sun for viewers on Earth.
The totality of the Solar Eclipse at this level will not be see again for many years to come so if you want to see that, this is going to be the last chance for us old geezers quite a while some of us may not ever see one again."
In fact this might be the most-watched solar eclipse ever!
Adding to the excitement, a “devil comet” known for its occasional outbursts is currently visible in the night sky, and lucky stargazers may even be able to spot the celestial object during the solar eclipse, according to NBC News.
Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks was nicknamed the "devil comet" because an eruption last year left it with two distinct trails of gas and ice in the shape of devil horns.
The comet may be visible to the naked eye as it swings through the inner solar system and reaches its closest point to the sun in mid-April.
Simply put, a total eclipse of the Sun is the most beautiful sight you will ever see in the sky.
Nothing can prepare you for the amazing sight when the sky suddenly darkens and the Sun’s corona shines in the sky.
No photograph can capture the stunning beauty of a total solar eclipse, you must see it for yourself.
I hope everyone has a wonderful day...
God Bless & Stay Safe With Your Solar Viewing!
Nana
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