"2024 Solar Eclipse: Viewing Highlights and Local Reactions"

Watertown officials and first responders successfully managed the "Total Eclipse of the Park" event in Thompson Park, ensuring public safety with a turnout of around 6,000 eclipse enthusiasts. Despite lower-than-expected attendance during the total solar eclipse, the event was deemed a total success, with minimal incidents and no major traffic issues in the city. Emergency services were on standby, and although a few ambulances experienced delays due to heavy traffic, overall, the event went smoothly with lower call volumes than usual.