Overview

• Officials warn against counterfeit solar eclipse glasses being sold in the US, which could cause severe eye injury.
• State attorneys general in New York and Ohio issue warnings about fake solar eclipse glasses and advise on how to ensure glasses are legitimate.
• Fake glasses are being sold as 'NASA-approved' or impersonating legitimate brands, despite NASA not endorsing any glasses.
• New Yorkers can pick up free, legitimate solar eclipse glasses at city libraries and along transit routes.
• Consumers are advised to report fake glasses and any eclipse-related issues, including hotel cancellations and price gouging, to their state attorney general's office.