How We Will React to the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse
Synopsis
A total solar eclipse occurs approximately once every 18 months somewhere in the world, with the last coast-to-coast eclipse in the U.S. happening in 1918.
Synopsis
Bob Baer, co-chair of Southern Illinois University’s Solar Eclipse Steering Committee, describes the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. He explains the rarity of such events, noting the last coast-to-coast eclipse in the U.S. occurred in 1918. Baer discusses the preparations underway to accommodate visitors and enhance public engagement. He emphasizes the emotional impact of witnessing totality, as animals react to the sudden darkness and people experience awe during the eclipse's brief duration.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the stunning visuals of the 2017 total solar eclipse.
- Find out how animals behave during a solar eclipse.
- Meet people sharing their unforgettable eclipse experiences.
Did You Know
- A total solar eclipse occurs about once every 18 months somewhere in the world.
- The last total solar eclipse to cross the United States coast-to-coast was in 1918.
- During totality, it gets as dark as 20 minutes after sunset.
- Animals like birds and frogs react to the darkness of totality as if it's sunset.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do total solar eclipses occur?
Total solar eclipses occur about once every 18 months somewhere in the world.
When was the last total solar eclipse that went coast-to-coast across the United States?
The last total solar eclipse that went coast-to-coast across the United States was in 1918.
What happens to animals during a total solar eclipse?
Animals that do not have internal clocks may behave as if the sun is setting, with birds returning to roost and frogs and crickets making noise.
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