The Regional Municipality of durham has announced safety tips for today’s solar eclipse watchers.
On Monday, April 8, there will be a total solar eclipse. This rare occurrence happens when the moon moves between the sun and the Earth. The last one in southern Ontario was in 1925, and the next one will occur in 2099.
In Durham Region, the eclipse is expected to be a ‘near-total” solar eclipse, between 2:04 and 4:31 p.m. A small part east of Clarington is expected to experience a full eclipse. The peak is expected at 3:19 p.m., which is the time when most of the sun’s light will be blocked by the moon.
A reminder to you and those in your care:
- Never look directly at the sun without using protective filters that comply with the ISO 12312-2: 2015 standard.
- Looking at the sun during an eclipse without appropriate eye protection can cause retinal burns, permanent or temporary vision loss, and blurred vision.
- If appropriate eye protection is not available, alternate viewing strategies should be considered, such as watching a livestream.
Clarington Library, Museums and Archives is hosting eclipse-themed activities for children in Grades JK-6 on Monday, April 8, at the Bowmanville Library from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. and the Newcastle Library from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
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