The Spectacular Solar Eclipse Coming to Texas: What You Need to Know

TLDRLess than 70 days away from the next solar eclipse on April 8th, which will cast the shadow of the moon on a narrow path across the earth. Texas will have a front row seat to this historic event, attracting an unprecedented number of tourists. While Texas won't be in the path of totality, about 90% of the sun will be covered in West Texas. It's important to wear proper eye protection when viewing the eclipse.

Key insights

🌑The upcoming solar eclipse on April 8th will be a total eclipse, unlike the previous annular eclipse.

📅It's the first total eclipse in the US since August 2017, and it will pass through Texas, providing unique viewing opportunities.

🌍The path of totality will travel from Texas towards Arkansas, Indiana, Ohio, Maine, and Canada.

🌞During the eclipse, the moon will completely cover the sun, creating a brief period of darkness in the middle of the day.

👁️Proper eye protection is essential when viewing the eclipse, as sunglasses or welding glasses are not sufficient.

Q&A

Will Texas be in the path of totality?

—No, Texas will not be in the path of totality. However, about 90% of the sun will be covered in West Texas.

When was the last total eclipse in the US?

—The last total eclipse in the US occurred in August 2017.

Can I view the eclipse without eye protection?

—No, it is essential to wear proper eye protection when viewing the eclipse. Sunglasses or welding glasses are not sufficient.

What should I do if I don't have proper eye protection?

—If you don't have proper eye protection, you can make a pinhole viewer to cast the shadow of the eclipse onto the ground.

How many tourists are expected to come to Texas for the eclipse?

—More than 1 million visitors are expected to come to Texas to view the eclipse, with some areas like Kerrville expecting up to 400,000 tourists.

Timestamped Summary

00:28Less than 70 days away from the next solar eclipse on April 8th.

01:28The upcoming eclipse will be a total eclipse, unlike the previous annular eclipse.

02:00About 90% of the sun will be covered in West Texas, although Texas won't be in the path of totality.

02:31It is important to wear proper eye protection when viewing the eclipse.

03:01The eclipse will attract an unprecedented number of tourists to Texas, with more than 1 million visitors expected.

03:29Some areas in Texas, like Kerrville, are expecting up to 400,000 tourists.

03:41Texas won't have to deal with massive traffic problems expected in areas further off to the east.

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