WATCH: 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Drone Footage from McLeansboro, IL

Simmy Wood
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MCLEANSBORO, Ill. (WCIA) — WCIA 3 captured a time-lapse of the moon’s shadow going over McLeansboro, IL during the April 8th, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.

The celestial event was a rare sight for Central and Southern Illinois. The area’s next total solar eclipse won’t be until 2153. But those in and around the path of totality took full advantage of the one-in-a-lifetime occasion, holding huge watch parties and capturing stunning photographs.

Solar Eclipse 2024: Viewer photos, watch parties, and coverage across Central & Southern Illinois

Those in Southern Illinois were among the locations with the most prime view, experiencing a total eclipse of the sun as opposed to partial coverage. Southbound roads were filled with eclipse enthusiasts heading toward places like Effingham, which got a large influx of tourists leading up to and through April 8.

Where to drop off used eclipse glasses in Central Illinois

Though Illinoisans may need to travel a ways to witness the next total solar eclipse, the 2024 event was one that many will never forget.

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