This is Maine Public's hub for coverage of the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse that will cross over parts of Maine on the afternoon of Monday, April 8, 2024. Leading up to and on the day of the eclipse, Maine Public's news team will be all over the state, from Houlton to Jackman, bringing you stories and photos of the action. Find all that coverage right here.
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The region will see a dip in solar power output April 8 as the moon eclipses the sun.
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A total solar eclipse is one of the universe’s most spectacular natural events. So what happens during total solar eclipse? And does it really live up to all the hype? That’s what we dive into in this episode of Maine Explained.
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On a typical sunny day, we naturally avoid looking straight at the sun. It's just too bright. But during an eclipse, when the moon gradually obscures the sun, it's a lot more tempting to take a peek.
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When 68,000 people showed up for a Phish festival in 2004, traffic was backed up for 30 miles. Up to 150,000 could visit for the total solar eclipse, and state officials say the highway system is not built for so much traffic at one time.
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Students are preparing to travel anywhere from Maine to northern New York to launch the balloon, depending on weather and wind conditions on the morning of April 8.
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Taking good pictures of the upcoming total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024, will require more than your average photo shoot.
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By most accounts, it’s a spectacular celestial event that you won’t want to miss. Here’s what you can expect when the solar eclipse traverses through the state.
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Baxter State Park officials are warning visitors that the park is not well suited to view the upcoming solar eclipse.
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Lots of urban areas will be either in or adjacent to the path of totality for the eclipse on April 8. Experts advise getting into this path, as even a 99% partial eclipse is nothing like a total one.
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How to prepare for next year's total solar eclipse in Maine, and what celestial events are happening soon