It’s almost here…the first total solar eclipse to cross North America since 1979 begins in just under 3 hours. About 30 million people live in the path of totality and more than 90 percent of people living in the US will see at least a partial eclipse. The next total solar eclipse won’t be visible again across the US until August 22, 2044. It’s kind of a big deal!
This article got us over-the-top excited about it, even though the DC area won’t experience full totality (only @85%): https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/04/05/total-solar-eclipse-phases-timeline/
But there are need-to-know things for the eclipse (Solar Eclipse Top Do and Don’t) first and foremost, always using viewing glasses (doubly important for people living with epilepsy and sensory challenges) or making your own if you don’t have any (DIY a viewer with household items). And there are additional special considerations for people living with certain disabilities and autistic individuals. Below are a few related articles. Have an amazing viewing experience – love to hear about your experiences with it!
NASA’s Neurodiversity Network Eclipse Guide: https://n3.sonoma.edu/N3_Flyer_ASTC508b_Remediated.pdf
Considerations for Individuals with Autism: https://www.levelaheadaba.com/solar-eclipse-and-autism-safety-tipsSpecial
How Blind People Can Hear and Feel Today’s Total Solar Eclipse: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/with-new-technology-blind-people-can-hear-and-feel-aprils-total-solar-eclipse?ck_subscriber_id=2574821888&utm_source=convertkit&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=It%E2%80%99s%20eclipse%20day!%20-%2013564842