We look forward to the total solar eclipse in the United States on April 8. During this phenomenon, the Moon will come between the Earth and the Sun, which will have the effect of hiding the Sun in our sky. However, it is important to note that the total eclipse will only be visible in a narrow path on Earth.
The countdown is on for tens of millions of people around the world. WE who will be plunged into darkness for the duration solar eclipse April 8.
For those who have been living on the path of totality since Texas has Mainelittle, if at all, journey will be necessary to fully enjoy the experience.
For those who live outside the path of totality, the journey is necessary to see the darkness in the middle of the day.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE APRIL TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
This chart shows the best cities in the path of totality during the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse.
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Many people have booked hotels or places for months, even years, before the April event.
For those who waited until the last minute to travel toward totality, it's not too late, but you're starting to get closer.
AAA recently published useful travels and security tips if you're planning to hit the road for the total solar eclipse.
Let's be real: driving will probably be your best option, because flights to destinations on the path of totality fill up quickly or are already sold out. Hotels and Airbnbs will be hard to find.
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This graph shows the visibility of the path during the total solar eclipse of April 8, 2024.
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According to AAA, Dallas, San Antonio And Austin were the most popular destinations in the path of totality, with Indianapolis, Cleveland And Buffalo In new York also popular among those who wish to witness the moment when the Moon passes in front of the Sun.
In fact, AAA said Dallas is currently seeing six times more car reservations than this time last year.
You may want to decide to stay with friends or family if you are traveling a long distance.
AAA booking data showed that hotels in the most popular cities in the path of totality were up at least 48% higher than the same period last year.
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A difficult journey towards the expected path of wholeness
Shadow lovers with a passion for solar eclipses have sold out a special Delta Air Lines flight departing April 8 from Austin to Detroit, allowing passengers to experience the path of totality for as long as possible, a carrier confirmed word from Delta to FOX Weather. The flight was sold out Tuesday, just one day after news of the special flight broke.
AAA recommends deciding in advance when to leave the house for a trip on the path of totality, as traffic could be an absolute nightmare, depending on where you're headed.
“Many travelers will spend a long weekend around this event,” AAA said in a statement. “Saturday, April 6 is expected to be a busy travel day. Hertz reports a 3,000% increase over last year in advance bookings for cities in the path of the eclipse for this Saturday.”
Many students will also be on spring break, so even more people are expected to hit the roads and highways.
In other words – have patience and your approved eclipse viewing glasses.
WHO WILL BE ABLE TO SEE THE TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE OF APRIL 2024?
Stay safe on the road when traveling to view the total solar eclipse
The April 8 solar eclipse is a highly anticipated event and is expected to cause an increase in tourism as it crosses the United States diagonally, from south to east. FOX Weather Meteorologist Jason Frazer provides more information on this exciting phenomenon.
You'll need to expect heavier traffic than normal, and you'll want to stay safe by following some of these safety tips provided by AAA:
- Keep your vehicle's headlights on.
- Lower the sunshade to block the view of the sun.
- Do not wear your eclipse viewing glasses while driving.
- Do not attempt to photograph or record the eclipse while driving.
- Do not stop on the side of the road, highway, or highway to view the eclipse.
- Leave the roadway completely and park in a safe area, away from traffic, to view the eclipse.
- Watch out for pedestrians who may be walking with their eyes toward the sky and not their surroundings during the total solar eclipse.
