"Photographing the 2024 Solar Eclipse Safely: Essential Tips for North Texas and Iowa"
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On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will sweep across North America, with the peak spectacle lasting up to 4 minutes and 28 seconds in the path of totality. Iowa will not be in the path of totality, but residents can still witness a partial eclipse with a maximum coverage of 84%. The eclipse will begin at 12:43 p.m. in Des Moines and last about 2 hours and 30 minutes, with the maximum coverage occurring at 1:58 p.m. Those seeking totality can head to Carbondale, Illinois, or Cape Girardeau, Missouri, which are around 450 miles away. The weather forecast for Iowa on that day predicts partly cloudy skies with no precipitation.
- Solar eclipse 2024: What will the April 8 eclipse look like in Iowa? KCCI Des Moines
- North Texas doctors want you to protect your eyes, "don't underestimate the risk" CBS News
- Simple tips to safely photograph the eclipse with your cellphone NPR
- Solar eclipse: How to safely use your smartphone for photos Los Angeles Times
- Wanting to photograph the solar eclipse? Here are some tips. KOCO Oklahoma City
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