This Saturday, October 14, an annular solar eclipse, called the Ring of Fire, will cross North, Central and South America. Much of USA You will have the possibility of observing this striking phenomenon at different times of the day. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (POTfor its acronym in English) provided an article in which it projected the trajectory and specified the times to observe it from each point in the country.
He annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Land and the Sun while it is at its furthest point on the planet. During that period, the star is obscured by the satellite for a period of time, although not completely, but can still be observed at night. Sun on the outside of the figure. As usually happens with eclipses In general and with other types of astronomical phenomena, the information aroused the interest of thousands of people.
This Saturday, the Ring of Fire will begin to be visible from the Landfirst in the west of USA and then it will continue its trajectory in a southeasterly direction. In this way, throughout the day it can be seen in Central America and some South American countries such as Colombia and Brazil.
Where to see the Ring of Fire eclipse in the US
According to the official information provided by the POT, the geographical points of the United States and times when the astronomical phenomenon can be observed They are as follows: Eugene, Oregon, 9:18 a.m.; Heights, California, 9:20 a.m.; Battle Mountain, Nevada, 9:23 a.m.; Richfield, Utah, 10:28 a.m.; Albuquerque, New Mexico, 10:35 am. It should be noted that all times mentioned correspond to Pacific time. For its part, it can also be observed in San Antonio, Texas at 11:54 am (Central).
How to see the Ring of Fire eclipse in the US
The POT emphasizes that the eclipse It cannot be observed directly with naked eyes. To look at it, you will need protection such as glasses or a sun visor. If you do not have these elements, you can choose to find an indirect way to appreciate the phenomenon.
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