'Ring of Fire' Solar Eclipse Occurs May 20

[UnSlaveMe]

Skywatchers in East Asia and the western United States should circle Sunday (May 20) on their calendars. That's when a solar eclipse will block out most of the sun, leaving a spectacular "ring of fire" shining in the sky for observers located along the eclipse's path.

The event is what's known as an annular solar eclipse — from the Latin "annulus," meaning "little ring" — and its full glory should be visible from much of Asia, the Pacific region and some of western North America, weather permitting. At its peak, the eclipse will block about 94 percent of the sun's light.

Other parts of the United States and Canada will still see a partial solar eclipse, without being treated to the ring of fire effect, though the East Coast will miss the event since the sun will have set before it begins. The eclipse will occur in the late afternoon or early evening of May 20 throughout North America, and May 21 for observers in Asia. Check out this
eclipse skywatching guide to learn more about viewing locations and times.

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[Gary Plunkett]

THERE WILL BE SIGNS IN THE HEAVENS! BUT THE END IS NOT YET!

[seniorontherun]

We are with the Salt Lake Astronomical Society and will be in Kanaraville, UT with our solar safe glasses.  Lots of people from southern Utah, Arizona and Nevada to be there for the activities.