WATCH LIVE: Total solar eclipse darkens skies over Spain, Iceland
Summary
A rare total solar eclipse occurred over parts of Spain, Iceland, and Greenland, briefly darkening the skies as the moon completely covered the sun. Millions of people in northern and central Spain watched the event, which lasted about one to two and a half minutes depending on the location.Key Facts
- The eclipse was a total solar eclipse, meaning the moon fully blocked the sun’s light for a short time.
- The event was visible across northern and central Spain, parts of Iceland, Greenland, and a small area of Portugal.
- Total darkness (totality) lasted up to 2.5 minutes near Iceland’s west coast.
- In Spain and Portugal, totality lasted about one minute.
- The eclipse began near sunset, as the sun, moon, and Earth aligned.
- People in Spain bought special glasses to safely view the eclipse.
- Authorities warned visitors to rural areas to be careful to avoid starting wildfires during the event.
- NASA provided live coverage of the eclipse starting at 1:15 p.m. EDT.
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