Watch: Peak totality of solar eclipse thrills with unreal darkness in Central and North America
A total solar eclipse is seen from Mazatlan, Mexico April 8
The solar eclipse has darkened the sky over parts of Central and North America, prompting cheers and excitement among curious gazers. Astronomers term it a rare event,not seen in the United States for seven years and not expected to recur for another two decades.
Millions in the US and Mexico arewitnessing a total solar eclipse on Monday (Apr 8) as the Moon earlier begancreeping across the Sun. The total eclipse will be visible along a path starting in western Mexico and then crossing through the United States and into Canada and will last more than four minutes in some places.
Earlier, the partial eclipse entered southern Texas, marking the start of the eclipse in the United States. The full eclipse will be visible in several US states including Texas, Illinois, Ohio and New York.
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Here are some pictures of partial solar eclipse visible in Central and North America:
Below is NASA's live feed for the 2024 Solar eclipse.