Here's a guide answering some of your top eclipse questions
We're less than one week from the total solar eclipse. As the countdown to the big day continues, we're answering your most-asked questions about the eclipse! The total solar eclipse is less than one week away, with many of the most common questions about the event being answered. The eclipse will begin at around 1:45 pm and last about four minutes depending on how close you are to the center line. You can purchase eclipse glasses for free at local libraries and some city tourism offices, and for a complete list of where to find eclipse glasses. How are cities like North Little Rock working to keep everyone safe and how businesses are expected to charge more during the eclipse weekend.
Publicado : hace 12 meses por Sarah Horbacewicz en World
We're less than one week from the total solar eclipse. As the countdown to the big day continues, we're answering your most-asked questions about the eclipse!
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Now that we're less than one week away and since some cities in the Central Arkansas area are expected to double or even triple in population, people have a lot of questions— we've got the answers!
How long will the eclipse last and how dark will it get?
It will start at around 1:45 pm and last about four minutes depending on how close you are to the center line (pictured below in red). If you're in the path of totality, for those few minutes, it will look like twilight during the middle of the day.
Where can you get eclipse glasses?
You can find some for purchase at many outdoor stores, or for free at some local libraries and some city tourism offices. For a complete list of where to find eclipse glasses, click here.
What should you do for those who might not keep their glasses on? Is the eclipse safe for kids to watch?
How are cities like North Little Rock working to keep everyone safe?
"We want to make sure all of our streets are clear because there will be some emergencies. So security's good, all hands on deck," he added.
Can businesses charge more for things like gas, parking, and food during the eclipse weekend?