A total solar eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when the moon passes between the earth and the sun, blocking the sun’s light from reaching the earth. During a total solar eclipse, the moon completely covers the sun, leaving only the sun’s corona, or outer atmosphere, visible. The sky becomes dark, and it’s possible to see stars in the middle of the day.
According to NASA, a total solar eclipse is set to take place today and will be visible in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The location that will experience the longest duration of totality is near Torreón, Mexico, and it will last 4 minutes 28 seconds. The report further mentions that another total solar eclipse won’t be visible again until August 2044.
Everyone can livestream the Eclipse on NASA’s website here.
