EarthSky News - June 26 - How Much Traffic on Eclipse Day?

June 26 How Much Traffic on Eclipse Day? by:

How much traffic on eclipse day? Expert analysis showing how many people - and how much traffic congestion - can be expected along the path of the August 21, 2017 total solar eclipse. NASA's plans for August 21 eclipse Expect NASA images via 11 spacecraft, at least 3 aircraft, more than 50 high-altitude balloons, and the International Space Station. Purchase solar eclipse viewing glasses here  All of North America will be able to view at least a partial eclipse lasting 2 to 4 hours on August 21. Safe eclipse viewing tips here. Eclipse glasses are a fun and safe option. Tonight … Moon in front of Cancer Plus a word about the difference between signs and constellations of the zodiac. Saturday night's extremely young moon Photo and animation of a moon only 18 hours past new, seen from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. What's the youngest moon you can see? In 2013, an astrophotographer in France captured an amazing photo of the moon at the precise instant of new moon.

EarthSky Lunar Calendars are on sale 50% OFF A unique and beautiful poster-sized calendar. Keep up with all phases of the moon every night of the year. Only about 100 left in stock, get them while you can!

Tonight … Moon in Cancer Cancer's stars will be there tonight, behind the moon's glare.

How to see a full circle rainbow     Full circle rainbow captured in 2013 over Cottesloe Beach near Perth, Australia by Colin Leonhardt of Birdseye View Photography. He was in a helicopter flying between a setting sun and a downpour. Used with permission. Order prints of this photo. Submit your photo to EarthSky here!

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