Millions of Canadians will be treated to a partial solar eclipse today, a rare celestial event when the moon lines up between the sun and Earth.
Our neighbours to the south will be lucky enough to experience a total solar eclipse as it crosses the entire United States from west to east. Fourteen U.S. states – from Oregon to South Carolina – will get to experience the eclipse in its totality.
People living along the so-called path of totality, a narrow corridor approximately 100 to 115 km wide where the Sun will appear to be completely covered by the Moon for a short period of time, will get to experience the most spectacular part of the eclipse.
They will be able to see the Sun’s corona, the chromosphere, prominences and streamers for about two to three minutes depending on their location, according NASA.
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada urges everyone to wear proper eye protection before and after totality.
For those outside the path of totality, the Sun will appear to be partially covered by the Moon (partial eclipse). Again proper eye protection is required at all times.
In Canada, a partial eclipse will be seen from almost every Canadian city.
See the map below to find out how much of the Sun’s surface will be covered by the Moon and at what time it will occur depending on your location.
CBC News will broadcast a live special, hosted by Hannah Thibedeau, starting at 1 p.m. ET. Watch it on CBC News Network or live streamed on CBCNews.ca. CBCNews.ca will also bring you on-the-ground coverage from sites across North America via our live blog, kicking off at 11 a.m. ET. You can also follow along on Facebook and YouTube.
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