On Wednesday afternoon, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador had the opportunity to witness a partial solar eclipse, depending on the weather conditions. The event began in Churchill Falls at 1:37 AT (2:07 NT) and gradually spread across the province throughout the afternoon, concluding in St. John’s at 4:37 p.m. NT. In Newfoundland, the moon was projected to obscure around 50% of the sun, varying slightly by location.
At the Johnson Geo Centre in St. John’s, a group of enthusiastic spectators gathered for a watch party equipped with special safety viewing glasses to observe the moon’s slow passage in front of the sun. The event, held from 12 p.m. NT to 5 p.m., was hosted in collaboration with the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and STEM Girls.
Astronomer Hiding Neilson from Memorial University shared his excitement with CBC, noting how he could witness the moon gradually obscuring the sun through his telescope. The captivating spectacle drew in many visitors, making it a memorable experience for all who attended.