Partial solar eclipse can be seen across the region on April 8th

MOORHEAD, Minn., (KVRR) — The solar eclipse is set for April 8th and preparations should be made to enjoy it.

The eclipse will be hitting the United States from 12 pm- 4pm in different areas.

Here in Fargo, we are expected to see the eclipse from 12:49-3:09 pm and a maximum sun blockage of  63 percent.

To see totality, people will have to travel. Areas to travel to include Dallas, Texas and Indianapolis, Indiana.

Regardless of where you are for the eclipse, everyone should be prepared for viewing, especially with eclipse glasses because looking at it without serious protection can cause serious damage.” Dr. Juan Cabanela, professor at MSUM, said, “The biggest, most important thing is to protect your eyes.”

Dr. Cabanela also said, “Your eyes have no pain receptors in the back, so you can actually focus the sun on the back of your eyes and burn it permanently, like damage them permanently.” 

You need special glasses to look at a partial solar eclipse. You can get them online or through various stores.