Rare 'Blood Moon' Lunar Eclipse to Illuminate Skies This Week
The total lunar eclipse, visible across North and South America, will cast the Moon in a reddish glow on March 13-14, marking the last such event in the U.S. until 2029.
- The total lunar eclipse, commonly referred to as a 'blood moon,' occurs when Earth fully blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, casting it in a reddish hue due to atmospheric light scattering.
- The eclipse will be visible in all U.S. states, with totality lasting 65 minutes and occurring between 2:26-3:31 a.m. EDT on March 14, depending on the time zone.
- This celestial event is the first total lunar eclipse visible in the Western Hemisphere since 2022 and the last to be fully seen in the U.S. until 2029.
- Observers do not need special equipment to view the eclipse, though binoculars or telescopes can enhance the experience; photography enthusiasts are encouraged to capture the phases using long exposure techniques.
- Weather permitting, the eclipse can be witnessed from various locations, with viewing events planned at observatories and science centers, though some areas may face cloudy skies.
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