Solar Eclipse on April 8: What is significant about the cosmic event this year?
Total Solar Eclipse on April 8: North America is set to witness a total solar eclipse next week on Monday (April 8). The cosmic event will start along Mexico's Pacific coast, journeying through Texas and 14 other US states before heading out over Canada, as per an AP report.
A solar eclipse was last visible over North America in 2017. Cosmic lovers in India will not be able to view this event.
Fans all over the world are headed to the US to witness the astronomical spectacle from the air. Notably, in 2031, the Annular Solar Eclipse on May 21 will cover around 28.87 percent of the Sun and be visible across several Indian cities.
This "ring of fire" eclipse will grace the skies of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The cities of Kochi, Alappuzha, Chalakudy, Kottayam, Tiruvalla, Pathanamthitta, Painavu, Gudalur (Theni), Theni, Madurai, Ilaiyangudi, Karaikudi, and Vedaranyam, will witness the 2031 solar eclipse.
It is advisable to avoid looking directly at the sun during a solar eclipse as it is unsafe and can cause damage to the eyes. Specialised eye protection for solar viewing must be worn to have a view of the astronomical event.Milestone Alert!
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