Annular solar eclipse 2023: Watch live

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An annular solar eclipse will be visible to those living in North America on October 14.

This eclipse, also called a “ring of fire” occurs when the sun is partially blocked by the Moon as the satellite travels to its farthest point from Earth.

Those living in other parts of the world can watch the live stream being telecast by NASA starting at 11:30 am EDT (1630 GMT), with the eclipse itself beginning at 12:15 pm EDT (1715 GMT).

Due to the position of the Moon from Earth during this event, it will appear as a dark disk set against the sun. This will result in the sun forming an illuminated ring encircling the Moon’s dark disc.

This ring of fire eclipse is distinct from a total solar eclipse.

Watch solar eclipse live

NASA plans to broadcast telescope views of the annular solar eclipse from different locations across the US on their NASA YouTube channel.

In addition to showcasing stunning visuals, they will engage with solar scientists and invite viewers to participate by asking eclipse-related questions in the livestream chat using #askNASA.

Path and visibility

According to NASA, the US will be one of the prime locations to witness this event on October 14.

The eclipse’s path begins in the state of Oregon and proceeds through several states, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Beyond the US, the eclipse path extends over parts of Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Colombia, and Brazil before concluding at sunset in the Atlantic Ocean.

Safely observing the eclipse

It is recommended that watching the eclipse be done using the correct gear. This includes using protective eye wear.

This precaution is vital when using cameras, binoculars, or telescopes, as these instruments can also pose a severe risk of eye damage. Therefore, experts recommend using certified solar viewing glasses or a handheld solar viewer designed for safe solar observation.

Regular sunglasses do not provide adequate protection for viewing the sun.