Chillicothe turns out to view solar eclipse
CHILLICOTHE — On Monday in Chillicothe people gathered outside to witness the solar eclipse that passed through Ohio. Even though the town was not in the path of totality several groups came out to witness this event as another total solar eclipse will not be visible from the contiguous United States for 20 years.
A solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth and blocks out the face of the sun which darkens the sky for a period of time.
Those gathered were able to learn about the science behind the eclipse and how powerful the sun is as well as safely view the sun through a sun spotter. Many guests commented how excited they were to be outside on such a nice day with groups playing games and relaxing in the sun as they waited for the eclipse.
Oliver Colopy, who is 12 years old, said he was excited to see the corona, or the halo-looking part, of the eclipse. He said he has been learning about the event recently in school. Colopy came to OUC with his family who thought it was exciting that Chillicothe while not in totality still got a great view of the event.
As the temperature got colder groups donned their safety glasses and gazed at the sun as it was covered by the moon. Many groups were awed at the sight while others explained to their children what they were seeing.
Dave and Trish Eddy said were excited to see the eclipse in Chillicothe as they remember seeing partial eclipses when they were younger but said that this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Shelby Reeves is a reporter for the Chillicothe Gazette. You can email her at SReeves@gannett.com or follow her on Twitter @Shelby_Reeves_
This article originally appeared on Chillicothe Gazette: Citizens of all ages in awe of solar eclipse in Chillicothe
