Tracking total solar eclipse, totality this Wednesday August 12
A total solar eclipse is set to occur on August 12, casting darkness over parts of Northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland, and Spain. The event will coincide with the Perseid meteor shower and a planetary parade, offering a rare celestial spectacle.
Why it matters
Total solar eclipses are significant astronomical events that draw global interest and require specific safety precautions for viewing.
This Wednesday is setting up to be a blockbuster day for skywatchers across the world as a total solar eclipse will steal the show for millions who are lucky enough to see it. On Aug. 12, Northern Russia, Greenland, Iceland, Northern Spain, and a small corner of Portugal will see complete darkness in the path of totality. A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, completely blocking the sun's light, according to NASA. During this event, the sky will briefly darken as if it were dawn or dusk. Parts of the U.S.
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