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Crimson Moon Graces Skies as Total Lunar Eclipse Captivates Billions
7 Sep
Summary
- Total lunar eclipse on September 7-8 turns Moon crimson
- Livestreams from Italy and Cyprus offer global viewers front-row seats
- Over 7 billion people expected to witness the eclipse's totality phase
On the evening of September 7-8, skywatchers around the world will be treated to a stunning celestial event as Earth's shadow creates a total lunar eclipse, turning the Moon a deep crimson hue. This breathtaking "Blood Moon" phenomenon is set to captivate billions of people across the globe.
The Virtual Telescope Project in Italy and a team in Cyprus will be providing live streams of the eclipse, allowing viewers worldwide to witness the Moon's transformation in real-time. The Italian stream will begin at 5:45 pm GMT, showcasing the Moon's gradual entry into Earth's shadow and its eventual emergence from the crimson glow. The Cyprus-based stream, starting earlier at 4 pm GMT, will guide viewers through the penumbral, umbral, and total phases of the eclipse.
Experts estimate that over 7 billion people will have the opportunity to witness the eclipse's totality phase, where the Moon appears fully immersed in Earth's reddish shadow. While some regions will only see partial stages of the event, the online streams will ensure that no one misses this captivating celestial display.
