"Upcoming 'Ring of Fire' Eclipse: A Spectacle for 70 Million Americans"

Over 70 million Americans will have the opportunity to witness a rare celestial event, an annular solar eclipse, on October 14, 2023. The eclipse will be visible within a 125-mile-wide path, crossing nine U.S. states and lasting for 4 minutes and 30 seconds. Additionally, everyone else in North, Central, and South America will be able to see a partial solar eclipse. It is advised to wear solar eclipse glasses at all times. The best places to view the "ring of fire" eclipse are within the path of annularity, but it is recommended to avoid crowded areas. The three biggest cities in the path of the eclipse are Eugene, Albuquerque, and San Antonio.