"Prime Viewing Spots for October's 'Ring of Fire' Solar Eclipse in Western Oregon and South Texas"
Western Oregon, including the Portland area, will have one of the best views of the partial solar eclipse occurring on October 14, with the moon blocking roughly 85% of the sun. Southwestern Oregon will experience an even better view, with the moon blocking nearly 89% of the sun's diameter. Known as the "ring of fire," this annular eclipse will be visible in the region, and safety precautions should be taken when viewing the eclipse.