Monday is a special day for DFW. We are lucky to have the opportunity to witness full solar eclipse. The City libraries and Rec centers are giving away free eclipse glasses. These are not your sunglasses but are thousands of times darker and ought to comply with the ISO 12312-2 international standard.
Here are some safety tips for Eclipse day:
- During an eclipse, the Sun is still as bright as ever, even when it’s only partially covered. It’s like your boss when they’re in a bad mood – you can’t look directly at them!
- The only time you can safely stare at the Sun is during that brief, magical moment when the Moon completely blocks it out. It’s like the Sun is taking a power nap, so don’t miss your chance to sneak a peek!
- As soon as you see even a little bit of the Sun peeking back out, put your eclipse glasses back on, or you’ll end up looking like a lizard person.
- Don’t try to get fancy and use your eclipse glasses with cameras, binoculars, or telescopes. That’s like trying to microwave your smartphone – it’s not gonna end well.
- If you don’t have eclipse glasses, you can use an indirect viewing method, like a pinhole camera. It’s the oldest trick in the book, and it’s way safer than staring at the Sun like a weirdo.
- Always check your eclipse glasses before using them. If they’re ripped, scratched, or just plain weird-looking, toss ’em. And keep a close eye on the kids – you don’t want them to come out of this with superpowers (or no eyes).
- Don’t forget the sunscreen, a hat, and some protective clothing. You don’t want to end up looking like a lobster, even if you’re just watching the eclipse.
The views expressed in this article should not be considered as a substitute for a physician’s advice. Always make sure to seek a doctor or a professional’s advice before proceeding with the home treatment plan.