South Florida is gearing up for a spectacular celestial event as a partial view of the total solar eclipse on April 8 is set to sweep across the region. The eclipse is expected to start at 1:27 p.m. in Texas and end at 3:35 p.m. in Maine, with a 115-mile-wide path spanning across 15 states.
What makes this eclipse particularly special is that the sun’s corona will be fully visible, creating a stunning display for onlookers. This coast-to-coast eclipse is a rare occurrence, with the next one not expected until 2045. Lasting 4 minutes and 28 seconds, this eclipse will be longer than the one in 2017.
Cities across the U.S. and Canada are preparing for the event, with downtown Miami planning a celebration complete with special edition eclipse glasses, telescopes, and a live feed from NASA showing the totality from various locations. The Frost Science museum in Miami is hosting a “Solar Eclipse Weekend” on April 6 and 7, offering educational activities and a special planetarium show.
The Alhambra Orchestra of Miami will also be joining in on the festivities with a special “Out of This World” performance on April 7. In addition to Miami, cities like Dallas, Little Rock, and Buffalo in the U.S. and Montreal in Canada are planning eclipse-themed parties and events for residents and visitors to enjoy.
Even Cape Canaveral will get a taste of the eclipse, experiencing a partial view along with South Florida. With so much excitement surrounding the upcoming total solar eclipse, it’s clear that people are ready to come together to witness this natural phenomenon in all its glory.
