The Countdown is On! One Week Until Solar Eclipse in Alberta

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Alberta is in for a rare celestial display of a solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024. While it won’t be a total solar eclipse that will be seen in the eastern provinces, this partial eclipse is still an event you don’t want to miss as the Moon moves across and blocks part of the Sun.

Here's what you need to know about this event and how to observe it safely.

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Timing and Coverage

Residents across Alberta will see at least 10% sun coverage, except for the extreme northwest corner of the province which will see just less than 10% and coverage gradually increases moving south and east to just over 35% coverage in the southeast corner.

   
Location   		    
Max Coverage   		    
Partial Begins   		    
Maximum   		    
Partial Ends   
   
Banff   		    
24.08%   		    
11:48 AM   		    
12:41 PM   		    
1:35 PM   
   
Calgary   		    
26.24%   		    
11:48 AM   		    
12:43 PM   		    
1:38 PM   
   
Camrose   		    
24.82 %   		    
11:53 AM   		    
12:46 PM   		    
1:41 PM   
   
Edmonton   		    
23.23%   		    
11:54 AM   		    
12:46 PM   		    
1:39 PM   
   
Fort McMurray   		    
21.01%   		    
12:01 PM   		    
12:51 PM   		    
1:42 PM   
   
Grande Prairie   		    
15.30%   		    
11:57 AM   		    
12:42 PM   		    
1:29 PM   
   
Jasper   		    
18.73%   		    
11:52 AM   		    
12:41 PM   		    
1:30 PM   
   
Lethbridge   		    
30.10%   		    
11:45 AM   		    
12:43 PM   		    
1:41 PM   
   
Lloydminster   		    
27.97%   		    
11:45 AM   		    
12:43 PM   		    
1:46 PM   
   
Medicine Hat   		    
32.65%   		    
11:47 AM   		    
12:45 PM   		    
1:45 PM   
   
Red Deer   		    
24.71%   		    
11:51 AM   		    
12:44 PM   		    
1:39 PM   

For specific eclipse coverage and timing in your location, you can go to timeanddate.com to find detailed information.

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Safety Measures

Safety is paramount when viewing any solar eclipse, even a partial one. To ensure a safe and memorable experience, follow these crucial precautions:

  • Solar Viewing Glasses: Never attempt to observe the eclipse with the naked eye. Only use certified solar viewing glasses or eclipse glasses with ISO 12312-2 certification, specifically designed to protect your eyes from the Sun's harmful radiation.

  • Pinhole Projection: If eclipse glasses are unavailable, create a pinhole projector using common materials like cardboard. This indirect method allows you to project the eclipse safely onto a surface for viewing.

  • Telescopes and Binoculars: If using telescopes or binoculars, ensure they are equipped with proper solar filters to safeguard your eyes. Never aim them directly at the Sun without these protective measures.

  • Online Streaming: For those unable to view the eclipse in person or seeking a risk-free option, numerous reputable sources will provide live streaming of the event.

  • Local Eclipse Events: Consider joining local astronomy clubs or observatories hosting eclipse-viewing gatherings. These events offer expert guidance and a shared sense of community.

Please note that cloud cover could affect the ability to see the eclipse. Cloud cover is historically 60-80% for early April so be prepared for variable weather conditions and have alternative viewing options available.

Partial Solar Eclipse Will Be Visible Across Alberta on April 8th

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Alberta is in for a rare celestial display of a solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024. While it won’t be a total solar eclipse that will be seen in the eastern provinces, this partial eclipse is still an event you don’t want to miss as the Moon moves across and blocks part of the Sun.

Here's what you need to know about this event and how to observe it safely.

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Timing and Coverage

Residents across Alberta will see at least 10% sun coverage, except for the extreme northwest corner of the province which will see just less than 10% and coverage gradually increases moving south and east to just over 35% coverage in the southeast corner.

   
Location   		    
Max Coverage   		    
Partial Begins   		    
Maximum   		    
Partial Ends   
   
Banff   		    
24.08%   		    
11:48 AM   		    
12:41 PM   		    
1:35 PM   
   
Calgary   		    
26.24%   		    
11:48 AM   		    
12:43 PM   		    
1:38 PM   
   
Camrose   		    
24.82 %   		    
11:53 AM   		    
12:46 PM   		    
1:41 PM   
   
Edmonton   		    
23.23%   		    
11:54 AM   		    
12:46 PM   		    
1:39 PM   
   
Fort McMurray   		    
21.01%   		    
12:01 PM   		    
12:51 PM   		    
1:42 PM   
   
Grande Prairie   		    
15.30%   		    
11:57 AM   		    
12:42 PM   		    
1:29 PM   
   
Jasper   		    
18.73%   		    
11:52 AM   		    
12:41 PM   		    
1:30 PM   
   
Lethbridge   		    
30.10%   		    
11:45 AM   		    
12:43 PM   		    
1:41 PM   
   
Lloydminster   		    
27.97%   		    
11:45 AM   		    
12:43 PM   		    
1:46 PM   
   
Medicine Hat   		    
32.65%   		    
11:47 AM   		    
12:45 PM   		    
1:45 PM   
   
Red Deer   		    
24.71%   		    
11:51 AM   		    
12:44 PM   		    
1:39 PM   

For specific eclipse coverage and timing in your location, you can go to timeanddate.com to find detailed information.

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Safety Measures

Safety is paramount when viewing any solar eclipse, even a partial one. To ensure a safe and memorable experience, follow these crucial precautions:

  • Solar Viewing Glasses: Never attempt to observe the eclipse with the naked eye. Only use certified solar viewing glasses or eclipse glasses with ISO 12312-2 certification, specifically designed to protect your eyes from the Sun's harmful radiation.

  • Pinhole Projection: If eclipse glasses are unavailable, create a pinhole projector using common materials like cardboard. This indirect method allows you to project the eclipse safely onto a surface for viewing.

  • Telescopes and Binoculars: If using telescopes or binoculars, ensure they are equipped with proper solar filters to safeguard your eyes. Never aim them directly at the Sun without these protective measures.

  • Online Streaming: For those unable to view the eclipse in person or seeking a risk-free option, numerous reputable sources will provide live streaming of the event.

  • Local Eclipse Events: Consider joining local astronomy clubs or observatories hosting eclipse-viewing gatherings. These events offer expert guidance and a shared sense of community.

Please note that cloud cover could affect the ability to see the eclipse. Cloud cover is historically 60-80% for early April so be prepared for variable weather conditions and have alternative viewing options available.

Three Additional Tornadoes Confirmed Across Alberta From Earlier in 2023

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After each tornado season, the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) reviews satellite imagery of treed areas across the country to find evidence of tornado damage that may have been missed due to a lack of reports or poor radar coverage.

After completing their review of Alberta, the NTP has catalogued three new tornadoes for the 2023 season. With the additional confirmed tornadoes, the overall 2023 tornado count for Alberta stands at 19.

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The first new tornado was an EF1 that touched down near Lawrence Lake, to the east of Hondo, at approximately 4:00 pm on May 23rd, with an estimated maximum wind speed of 145km/h.

The second tornado was also an EF1 and this one touched down near McGregor Lake, northeast of Nordegg, on June 17th at approximately 1:10 pm with estimated maximum wind speeds of 145km/h.

The third tornado was an EF0 west of Cynthia. This particular tornado was found as a result of a private drone survey that showed tornadic tree damage in a forest that had recently been impacted by a fire. Further investigation established that this tornado had touched down at approximately 6:05 pm and had maximum wind speeds of 105km/h.

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Partial Solar Eclipse to Be Visible Across the Prairies on Saturday

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The Prairies are in for a celestial treat as we prepare to witness a partial view of the annular solar eclipse on Saturday, October 14, 2023. While not the full "ring of fire" experience seen in some parts of the world, this partial eclipse promises a captivating display of the Moon partially obscuring the Sun's disk.

Here's what you need to know about this event and how to observe it safely.

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Timing and Coverage

On Saturday, residents across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta will be treated to a partial glimpse of the annular solar eclipse. Though not a total eclipse, it will still offer a unique astronomical spectacle. The degree of coverage will vary across the region ranging from over 60% in Southwestern Alberta to 30% in Northeastern Manitoba.

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Solar Eclipse Timing Across the Prairies

Solar Eclipse Timing Across the Prairies

Location Max Obscuration Start Max End
Brandon (MB) 45.9% 10:25 AM CDT 11:39 AM 12:58 PM
Calgary (AB) 60.8% 9:14 AM MDT 10:26 AM 11:45 AM
Edmonton (AB) 53.6% 9:17 AM MDT 10:28 AM 11:44 AM
Fort McMurray (AB) 43.8% 9:23 AM MDT 10:31 AM 11:43 AM
Grande Prairie (AB) 54.7% 9:16 AM MDT 10:25 AM 11:39 AM
La Ronge (SK) 41.1% 9:26 AM CST 10:35 AM 11:48 AM
Lethbridge (AB) 63.1% 9:13 AM MDT 10:27 AM 11:47 AM
Lloydminster (SK) 50.5% 9:19 AM MDT 10:30 AM 11:46 AM
Medicine Hat (AB) 59.4% 9:15 AM MDT 10:29 AM 11:48 AM
Moose Jaw (SK) 52.1% 9:20 AM CST 10:33 AM 11:52 AM
Prince Albert (SK) 45.8% 9:23 AM CST 10:34 AM 11:49 AM
Red Deer (AB) 57.3% 9:15 AM MDT 10:27 AM 11:44 AM
Regina (SK) 50.7% 9:20 AM CST 10:34 AM 11:53 AM
Saskatoon (SK) 49.3% 9:20 AM CST 10:33 AM 11:50 AM
The Pas (MB) 39.2% 10:28 AM CDT 11:38 AM 12:52 PM
Thompson (MB) 31.9% 10:35 AM CDT 11:42 AM 12:52 PM
Winnipeg (MB) 42.0% 10:28 AM CDT 11:42 AM 1:00 PM

For specific eclipse coverage and timing in your location, you can go to timeanddate.com to find detailed information.

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Safety Measures

Safety is paramount when viewing any solar eclipse, even a partial one. To ensure a safe and memorable experience, follow these crucial precautions:

  • Solar Viewing Glasses: Never attempt to observe the eclipse with the naked eye. Only use certified solar viewing glasses or eclipse glasses with ISO 12312-2 certification, specifically designed to protect your eyes from the Sun's harmful radiation.

  • Pinhole Projection: If eclipse glasses are unavailable, create a pinhole projector using common materials like cardboard. This indirect method allows you to project the eclipse safely onto a surface for viewing.

  • Telescopes and Binoculars: If using telescopes or binoculars, ensure they are equipped with proper solar filters to safeguard your eyes. Never aim them directly at the Sun without these protective measures.

  • Online Streaming: For those unable to view the eclipse in person or seeking a risk-free option, numerous reputable sources will provide live streaming of the event.

  • Local Eclipse Events: Consider joining local astronomy clubs or observatories hosting eclipse-viewing gatherings. These events offer expert guidance and a shared sense of community.

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Please note that cloud cover could affect the ability to see the eclipse. Be prepared for variable weather conditions and have alternative viewing options available. We will be closely tracking the forecast over the coming days and will have more updates on our social media pages.

As you anticipate the partial view of the annular solar eclipse on Saturday, remember to prioritize safety while immersing yourself in this celestial marvel. With proper precautions and a sense of awe, you can make the most of this extraordinary astronomical event.