Get ready for a spectacular celestial show on October 14! Skywatchers in the USA are in for a treat as they’ll get to see a unique event called an “Annular Solar Eclipse,” often referred to as the ‘Ring of Fire.’ It’s the first time this type of eclipse has been visible across most American cities since 2012.
Now, why is it called the ‘Ring of Fire’? Well, during this eclipse, the Moon moves between the Sun and the Earth, partially blocking the Sun. This creates a stunning image where the Sun appears like a dazzling ring in the sky.
This particular eclipse is known as “annular” because the Moon seems a tad smaller than the Sun, creating that ring-like appearance.
However, there’s a catch – this Saturday’s annular Solar Eclipse will be the last one visible from the United States until June 21, 2039, so don’t miss it!
The eclipse will start in Oregon at 9:13 AM (Pacific Daylight Time) and finish in Texas at 12:03 PM (Central Daylight Time), as per NASA.
Now, you might be wondering if you can watch this ‘Ring of Fire’ in India. Unfortunately, this time it won’t be visible in India. This celestial show is for folks in the Western Hemisphere. So, if you’re in India and want to catch this amazing eclipse, you’ll have to wait for the next one.
And that’s the lowdown on the upcoming Annular Solar Eclipse! Enjoy this celestial spectacle, America!
