Witnessing a solar eclipse is a rare and mesmerizing experience, but it comes with potential risks, especially for our eyes. Proper protective eyewear is essential to ensure safe viewing during this celestial event.
- Never Look Directly at the Sun: The intense brightness of the sun, even during an eclipse, can cause irreversible damage to our eyes. Resist the temptation to glance without proper protection. You can remove your glasses during the 4-plus minutes that the sun is entirely covered, but must put your glasses back on when the sun starts to become uncovered.
- Certified Eclipse Glasses: Use eclipse glasses that meet safety standards, such as ISO 12312-2. These specially designed glasses shield your eyes from harmful solar radiation.
- Say No to Regular Sunglasses: Regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, won’t protect your eyes from the sun’s damaging rays. Eclipse glasses are made with unique filters for safe observation.
- Inspect for Damage: Before use, examine your eclipse glasses for scratches or punctures. Damaged eyewear can compromise eye safety.
- Pinhole Projector: If eclipse glasses are unavailable, create a pinhole projector to indirectly view the eclipse. This fun DIY method is safe and easy.
Protective eyewear is a small investment that ensures your eyes remain unharmed while you marvel at the celestial wonder of a solar eclipse. Remember, your eyes are priceless, and safeguarding them during the eclipse is paramount. Enjoy the event responsibly and cherish the memories without compromising your vision.
So not everyone uses an iPhone…are these tips exclusively for iPhones?
Tbey are for smart phones in general.
Where can we pick up sunglasses?
Solar glasses can be purchased at the Hopkins County Chamber of Commerce, 110 Main Street in Sulphur Springs, for $3 per pair. The glasses were donated by Signature Solar and all money will go to the science departments at our county high schools.