Skywatchers in New York City need to be prepared if they plan to watch the solar eclipse next week.
Even during a partial solar eclipse, viewers risk long-term damage to their eyes by staring at the sun for just a few seconds. Many optometrists say they are seeing an increase in patients complaining of blind spots and blurred vision after a solar eclipse.
The Great North American Solar Eclipse (the last total solar eclipse to hit the United States in the next 20 years) will occur on Monday, April 8, hitting New York between 3:15 and 3:30 p.m. The Big Apple is expected to see a 90% solar eclipse. Solar eclipse.
Many companies are helping New Yorkers by distributing free eclipse glasses. See where you can get it in your neighborhood.
Where can I get free eclipse glasses?
Governor Kathy Hochul Announced location Across the state, New Yorkers can receive a free “I LOVE NY” solar eclipse glass. For New York City, pick-up locations are: moynihan train hall.
New York, Brooklyn, Queens Public Library 217 branches across the city are also handing out free solar eclipse glasses on a first-come, first-served basis.
warby hoodie will be Free solar eclipse glasses While supplies last, they will be available at each of our 11 New York City locations. Maximum of 2 pairs per family.
If you can’t make it to a physical store before the big solar eclipse, the company also offers Provides pinhole eclipse projector template The website allows you to see the shadow of the solar eclipse without damaging your retina.
Also, participating in my eye doctor Location give away glasses for freeone in Astoria and several in Westchester.
NASA releases its own guide “Solar eclipse projector” Made of cardboard, white paper, and aluminum foil, it functions like a solar eclipse glass.
If you want to save yourself the hassle of getting solar eclipse glasses, order directly to your home from the Post’s vetted and approved list of suppliers, as we expect many fakes to be sold before the solar eclipse. I can.
