CHARLOTTE — It’s the event everyone has been buzzing about: The 2024 total solar eclipse.
The eclipse is set to occur Monday afternoon, with peak visibility around 3:15 p.m.
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While the Carolinas are not in the path of total visibility, the area is in the 80 to 90% range so, skies depending, many across the region will get a nice view of the partial eclipse.
Whether it be partial or full, remaining safe during this celestial phenomena is something we all need to be thinking about.
>> Severe Weather Center 9 Meteorologist Madi Baggett sat down with nurse practitioner Erin Bolin from Clover Medical Associates, who spoke about the importance of protecting your eyes regardless of where you are watching.
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