Most Americans won’t see this year’s total solar eclipse, the first in the Lower 48 states since 1979.
But a partial eclipse will be visible in every state on Aug. 21. Just don’t look directly at it without eye protection specifically designed to do so.
If you can find a way to see the total eclipse, you certainly should.
“I’ve seen enough to know why you keep going to see them,” said E.C. Krupp, the director of Griffith Observatory, who has seen 14 total solar eclipses.
“It is one of the most remarkable and singular phenomenons you will ever see,” said Krupp, who plans to travel to Wyoming for the event.
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