"Get Ready for Spectacular Solar Eclipses: Safety Tips and Dates"

A rare "ring of fire" solar eclipse will be visible in parts of the contiguous United States and Alaska on Saturday. Experts warn against looking directly at the eclipse to avoid serious eye damage, even with sunglasses. The preferred methods for viewing the eclipse are using solar glasses or creating a pinhole projection. This eclipse marks the beginning of a significant year for heliophysics, with another eclipse in April 2024 and the launch of the Parker Solar Probe.