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science-and-astronomy1 year ago•12 min saved

"2024 Solar Eclipse: Americans' Unique Plans and Best Travel Times Revealed"

Americans across the U.S. are gearing up for the upcoming solar eclipse, with plans ranging from eclipse-themed baby showers to brewery viewing parties. The Round Rock Public Library in Texas recommends using disco balls to project the eclipse, based on their successful experience during a previous eclipse. Meanwhile, Luna Pier, Michigan, the only city in the state in the path of totality, is facing challenges due to a closed bridge, prompting the mayor to direct tourists to Toledo instead.

via NPR|

#eclipse-experience #eclipse-party #eclipse-preparation

science-and-astronomy1 year ago•13 min saved

"2024 Solar Eclipse: Best Viewing Locations, Traffic Tips, and Airbnb Bookings"

Americans across the U.S. are gearing up for the upcoming solar eclipse, with plans ranging from eclipse-themed baby showers to eclipse-watching parties at breweries. The Round Rock Public Library in Texas recommends using disco balls to project the eclipse, based on their successful experience during a previous eclipse. Meanwhile, the mayor of Luna Pier, Michigan, is urging tourists to go to Toledo due to a bridge closure, but the city is still preparing for an influx of visitors.

via NPR|

#eclipse-experience #eclipse-party #eclipse-preparation

us1 year ago•2 min saved

Adirondack Region Gears Up for Solar Eclipse Tourism

In Plattsburgh, N.Y., the small city is preparing for the upcoming solar eclipse, with local band Ursa and the Major Key set to perform as the opening act. The band members are excited but also nervous about the event, as the city anticipates a significant influx of tourists due to its location in the eclipse's path of totality.

via The New York Times|

#eclipse-preparation #ny #plattsburgh

astronomytravel1 year ago•4 min saved

"Preparing for 2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Tips to Navigate Traffic and Stock Up on Supplies"

Small towns and rural areas along the path of April's total solar eclipse are bracing for huge crowds and disruptions, urging residents and visitors to stock up on groceries, fuel, and provisions, and prepare for traffic delays and potential communication issues. Emergency officials are recommending a "solar eclipse survival bag" with a mobile phone, charger, maps, and compass, while schools in several states are closing or switching to remote learning. Tourism and community leaders are taking measures to avoid a repeat of the chaos experienced during the 2017 eclipse, including trucking in extra fuel and port-a-potties, issuing disaster declarations, and preparing for an influx of visitors at airports and on the water.

via The Associated Press|

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