"Debunking 3 Solar Eclipse Myths"

Ahead of the upcoming solar eclipse, Prevent Blindness is dispelling common misconceptions about eye safety during the event. President and CEO Jeff Todd addressed three myths, emphasizing that it's never safe to look at the sun without proper eye protection, including during a partial eclipse. He also warned against using smartphones or camera viewfinders to view the eclipse and clarified that while eclipses don't emit harmful rays that cause blindness, caution and proper eye protection are still essential.