By Amanda Moses
On April 8th, millions of New Yorkers halted the usual hustle and bustle of city life to watch a total solar eclipse that was visible in North America, Mexico, and Canada.
A solar eclipse is when the Moon blocks the sun and earth as it passes through, appearing as if it is dawn or dusk. While New York was not exactly in the path of totality—the city was not covered in complete darkness like in Mexico—it was still a sight to behold. Iconic locations throughout the five boroughs, such as Times Square, Radio City Music Hall, Bryant Park, Union Square, the Brooklyn Bridge, LIC boardwalk, the Top of the Rock, and other areas were jam packed with spectators peering through their solar eclipse glasses.
In Spring Creek Towers, residents donned their solar eclipse glasses and watched the sun from their balconies, windows, the school playground and the numerous winding pathways in Spring Creek Towers.
The event began at around 2:10 p.m. where the edge of the moon began to cover the sun. The maximum view where the sun was halfway hidden occurred around 3:25 p.m.
Did you know: The next solar eclipse won’t be visible in the United States until August 23rd, 2044. According to NASA, the Sun’s outer atmosphere is not visible for the naked eye; however, during a solar eclipse this area becomes visible. Additionally, once the moon completely blocks the sun during totality, it is okay to momentarily remove solar eclipse glasses. The total solar eclipse lasted for about 4 minutes.
Photos by Amanda Moses, FDA VIII, PS 346 and The Opp Hub
