🌑The total solar eclipse will only be visible from a narrow path called the path of totality.
🌍The path of totality cuts across Central and Eastern North America, including portions of Ontario and Quebec.
⏰The total phase of the eclipse will start at around 3:20 p.m., varying by location.
🌅The eclipse will last for a bit more than an hour, with totality lasting for a few minutes depending on location.
🌞During totality, the sun's wispy outer atmosphere known as the corona can be seen.
What is the path of totality?
—The path of totality is a narrow path where the total solar eclipse is fully visible.
What time will the total phase of the eclipse start?
—The total phase of the eclipse will start at around 3:20 p.m., but the exact time may vary depending on your location.
How long will the total phase of the eclipse last?
—The duration of totality will depend on your location, but it will be a few minutes.
Can I safely view the eclipse without protective glasses during totality?
—During totality, when the sun is completely covered by the moon, it is safe to look at the eclipse without protective glasses.
Where are the recommended locations to watch the eclipse from?
—Recommended locations include Hamilton, Niagara Falls, and Montreal, where you can experience a longer duration of totality.
00:00This video provides information on preparing for the total solar eclipse in Toronto and surrounding areas.
00:23The total solar eclipse will only be visible from a narrow path called the path of totality.
01:19The path of totality cuts across Central and Eastern North America, including portions of Ontario and Quebec.
02:28The total phase of the eclipse will start at around 3:20 p.m., varying by location.
03:00The eclipse will last for a bit more than an hour, with totality lasting for a few minutes depending on location.
03:36During totality, the sun's wispy outer atmosphere known as the corona can be seen.
04:27The video provides recommendations on where to watch the eclipse for a longer duration of totality, including Hamilton, Niagara Falls, and Montreal.
08:56A reminder to use protective glasses during the partial phases of the eclipse and to put them back on when totality is over.
