Overview

• The partial solar eclipse began at 4:50 a.m. EDT and will end at 8:43 a.m. EDT, with the maximum eclipse occurring at 6:47 a.m. EDT.
• Northeastern North America, including Maine and parts of Canada, is experiencing up to 85% Sun coverage and the rare 'double sunrise' phenomenon, where the Sun appears to rise with 'devil's horns.'
• Livestreams from platforms like TimeandDate and the Royal Observatory Greenwich are providing global access to the event for those outside the visible regions.
• Safety remains a top priority, with experts emphasizing the use of certified eclipse glasses or indirect viewing methods to prevent eye damage.
• This deep partial eclipse, part of Saros cycle 149, occurs just 0.8 days before the Moon reaches perigee, making it one of the most significant partial eclipses in recent history.