The 21st Show

What you need to know for April 8th’s total solar eclipse

Produced by Christine Hatfield
 
The progression of a total solar eclipse is seen in a multiple exposure photograph taken in 5-minute intervals, with the moon passing in front of the sun above Siem Reap in northwestern Cambodia, 225 kilometers (140 miles) from Phnom Penh, on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 1995.

The progression of a total solar eclipse is seen in a multiple exposure photograph taken in 5-minute intervals, with the moon passing in front of the sun above Siem Reap in northwestern Cambodia, 225 kilometers (140 miles) from Phnom Penh, on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 1995. AP Photo/Richard Vogel

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In just a week and a half, Southern Illinois will be in the path of a total solar eclipse. If you miss this one, the next one visible across the United States won't be for another 21 years. And for all our Illinoisans out there. the next one viewable in Illinois won't be for another 75 years.

On the show, we'll cover what preparations you need to have if you plan on watching this eclipse, and how to make the most of the event.

GUESTS:

Sarah Vanvooren

Director, Events and Outreach, Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Co-chair of the Eclipse Steering Committee