The 2017 solar eclipse was an astronomical Super Bowl for Americans. They haven’t had the opportunity to see this event in its entirety since 1979, according to NASA .
Although not everyone saw a total solar eclipse, the spectacle of watching the moon dance in front of the sun for a few hours motivated people to buy special glasses or use X-ray plates they found at home to witness the phenomenon.
Young people wait to take a photo of the partial eclipse from Washington Heights.
In Washington Heights, many of those crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue and 185th Street looked up without any protection , trying to take a photo before the event ended. Others didn’t have much time. In NYC, it started at 1:23 p.m. and continued until 4:00 p.m.
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and planet Earth. On April 8, 2024, another total solar eclipse will occur, visible in North America.
Published by: Jesenia De Moya Correa
Communities & Engagement Journalist, specialized in health and science reporting for bilingual Latino audiences.
Periodista apasionada por la salud ambiental, las ciencias y las diásporas latinas en el continente americano.
Communities & Engagement Journalist, specialized in health and science reporting for bilingual Latino audiences.
Periodista apasionada por la salud ambiental, las ciencias y las diásporas latinas en el continente americano.
