WHAT IS A SOLAR ECLIPSE?
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon is positioned between Earth and the sun and casts a shadow over Earth.
When is the eclipse happening?
In Ontario, the solar eclipse is expected to start at 2:04 p.m. and last for about two and a half hours on Monday, April 8.
Tips for Safe Solar Eclipse Viewing:
- Use specifically designed solar filters, like those found in “eclipse glasses” or handheld viewers.
- Regular sunglasses are not safe for viewing the eclipse, even if they are dark.
- Avoid purchasing cheap eclipse glasses from unauthorized vendors online to prevent the risk of buying unsafe or counterfeit glasses.
- Authentic solar filters should only allow you to see the sun or equally bright light, not ordinary lights.
- Inspect your solar filter or eclipse glasses for damage before use, avoiding any scratched or dented devices.
- Never look at the sun through an unfiltered camera, telescope, or binoculars, as they intensify light rays and can damage your eyes.
- Eye damage from unsafe eclipse viewing may occur 4 to 12 hours after exposure.
- Protect your eyes by sharing this information with family and friends.