On April 8, 2024, parts of 13 states, including Ohio, will be under the path of totality of a solar eclipse. The next total eclipse visible from Cleveland will be Sept. 12, 2444.
The total length of the eclipse is 2 hours 30 minutes, ending at 4:29 p.m.
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How to safely look at the eclipse
Be sure to wear protective eyewear when viewing the eclipse. Looking at the sun without the proper eye protection can lead to permanent vision damage.
Check with your local public library for free eclipse glasses.
School's out!
Because the eclipse reaches totality at about the time many schools dismiss students for the day, the vast majority of districts in Northeast Ohio are closed or letting students out early on April 8.
Areas in white have not yet responded to Ideastream's inquiries about their school day plans. Be sure to check with your local school district for more details.
Listen live
From 2 - 4 p.m., NPR will have live special coverage capturing the wonder of eclipse viewers across the country, as well as historic and scientific takes on this rare astronomical phenomenon.
Listen on 89.7 WKSU or at ideastream.org or on the Ideasream Public Media app.
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Which schools are closing due to the total solar eclipse in the region, on April 5, and how are they approaching the issue? -
Ohioans looking to tie the knot under the darkness of the April 8 eclipse might want to consider the Elope at the Eclipse event in Seneca county. -
While the solar eclipse in Northeast Ohio will last for several hours the afternoon of April 8, the truly stunning part of the event, called the totality, will last merely three minutes and 50 seconds. Experts say it can be a transformative experience. -
Cities across Northeast Ohio will be hosting celebrations and festivals for those wanting to watch the April 8 solar eclipse. -
Local ophthalmologists are urging anyone planning to view the total eclipse April 8 to use protective eyewear to protect their vision, while ensuring their children do the same. -
The city of Akron has released a list of community centers, parks and one location downtown where they say people could come together to view the April 8, 2024 eclipse. -
Five pieces, inspired by the April 8 solar eclipse, are on view now through June along Water Street in Downtown Kent -
The demand for hotel rooms in Northeast Ohio in the path of totality is high, and time is running out for those in the hunt to secure a booking. -
Cleveland Metropolitan School District said Friday it will be closing all schools for the total solar eclipse on April 8. -
Lots of urban areas will be either in or adjacent to the path of totality for the eclipse on April 8. Experts advise getting into this path, as even a 99% partial eclipse is nothing like a total one.
