Warning from man whose eyes were damaged by eclipse
Summary
A man named Peter Smith suffered permanent eye damage after watching the 1999 solar eclipse without proper protection. He warns people to use safe glasses or indirect methods to watch the upcoming eclipse to avoid serious eye injuries.Key Facts
- Peter Smith damaged both his retinas after viewing the 1999 solar eclipse using a borrowed welder’s mask.
- His eye damage causes lasting effects, including flashing dots and headaches.
- Optometrist Sarah Farrant warns that even a partial eclipse can harm the retina and central vision.
- Viewing the sun without certified eclipse glasses or indirect methods can cause a "solar burn" to the eye.
- Safe viewing options include glasses meeting ISO 12312-2 safety standards or indirect viewing like using a kitchen colander to project the eclipse’s shape.
- Looking directly at the sun with naked eyes, sunglasses, unfiltered cameras, binoculars, or telescopes is dangerous.
- The next solar eclipse in the UK is happening soon, increasing the risk of people watching without proper protection.
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