An annular solar eclipse will be passing by Reno on the 14th of October, and residents of Reno get a front row seat. An annular eclipse means that insead of the moon fully covering the sun, a ring will remain visible around the moon, sometimes called a “ring of fire.” Nevada is one of eight states who will be able to view this phenomenon. Residents of Winnemucca will have the best view of the eclipse while residents of Reno will be able to witness the eclipse at about 90% of its entirety. The eclipse will begin around 8:00 AM, will reach its maximum eclipse around 9:25 AM, and will end around 10:50 AM.
There will not be another annular eclipse visible to Nevadans for another 22 years after this eclipse so make sure to catch this fantastically rare event. Students of Manogue were virtually unaware of the upcoming eclipse, with student Aiden McCaffery saying, “I didn’t even know there was gonna be one, but I’m very excited!” Information on the eclipse and a countdown until it begins can be found on NASA’s website. Always remember that even though the moon is covering the sun, it is still not safe to stare directly at the eclipse and remember to wear solar viewing glasses.