Pics show partial solar eclipse in skies over US, UK & Europe
On Saturday, the Northern Hemisphere witnessed a rare and breathtaking astronomical event – a partial solar eclipse. The phenomenon was visible in several countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, and parts of Europe, with stunning images of the eclipse surfacing online. However, unfortunately, India was not in the path of the eclipse.
As the moon passed in front of the sun, it blocked a portion of the sun’s light, creating a partial solar eclipse. The event was visible in the morning hours, with the timing varying depending on the location. In the US, the eclipse was visible in the eastern and central regions, while in the UK and Europe, it was visible in the western and northern parts.
The partial solar eclipse was a rare sight, with the sun appearing to rise twice in the sky. This phenomenon occurs when the moon’s shadow has two distinct parts – the umbra, which is the darker inner shadow where the sun is completely blocked, and the penumbra, which is the lighter outer shadow where the sun is only partially blocked. When the umbra falls on a particular location, the eclipse is total, while if it falls partially, the eclipse is partial.
People across the affected regions took to social media to share their experiences and photos of the eclipse. In the US, skygazers in cities like New York, Chicago, and Washington D.C. captured stunning images of the eclipse. In the UK, people in cities like London, Manchester, and Birmingham also took part in the celestial event.
One of the most striking images of the eclipse came from the UK, where a group of photographers captured the sun appearing to rise twice in the sky. The image, taken in Manchester, showed the sun rising above the horizon, followed by a brief period of darkness, and then rising again. The phenomenon was caused by the moon’s shadow falling on the location, creating the illusion of a second sunrise.
In Europe, the eclipse was visible in countries like France, Germany, and Italy. People in these countries took to the streets to witness the event, with some even organizing special viewing parties.
The partial solar eclipse was also visible in parts of Canada and Greenland. In Canada, the eclipse was visible in provinces like Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritime provinces. In Greenland, the eclipse was visible in the western and northern parts of the country.
While the eclipse was a rare and exciting event, it’s essential to note that it was not visible in India. The moon’s shadow did not fall on India, making it impossible to witness the eclipse from this part of the world.
As the world continues to wait for the next solar eclipse, the recent partial solar eclipse has left many skygazers in awe. The stunning images and videos of the event have gone viral online, with many people expressing their excitement and gratitude for being able to witness this rare celestial event.
