OVERVIEW
In 2024, a significant celestial event known as a solar eclipse is scheduled to take place on Monday, April 8th. This event will be especially notable in Ohio, where a 124-mile-wide area will have the privilege of witnessing a total solar eclipse, while regions outside this path will experience a partial eclipse. Total solar eclipses are extraordinary phenomena, occurring approximately once every 1.5 years somewhere on Earth. It's worth noting that, in the entire history of the United States, only 21 total solar eclipses have crossed the lower 48 states.
Interestingly, the last time Ohio had the chance to see a total solar eclipse was way back in 1806, making the 2024 eclipse a highly anticipated occurrence for residents of the state. For those eager to witness this celestial spectacle, the next opportunity in Ohio won't arise until the distant year of 2099.
If you're seeking more details about the 2024 eclipse, including specific locations within Ohio's public lands where you can observe it, please visit the official website at eclipse.ohio.gov.
PERMITS FOR EVENTS
If you are the coordinator of an event within Miami County, the following downloadable documents can assist you in the planning process and in acquiring the necessary permits from the Health Department. Please return these applications by March 5, 2024.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
https://ema.ohio.gov/media-publications/ohio-total-solar-eclipse
https://www.miamicountysolareclipse.com/
https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Learning-in-Ohio/Science/Resources-for-Science/2024-Solar-Eclipse
Suppliers of Safe Solar Viewers & Filters | Solar Eclipse Across America (aas.org)