What is the Total Solar Eclipse?
At the rate that summer is flying by, August 21st will be here before we know it. For those of you who don’t know, the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse, where the moon will moves between the sun and the Earth, will be taking place soon. This eclipse will cross the United States for the first time in decades.
According to Charleston Magazine, this eclipse is special because it “will traverse this continent from coast to coast - for the first time in 99 years - and then take its leave of the U.S. right here on our shores. While anyone in the country can glimpse a partial eclipse on this phenomenal day, Charleston will join a scattering of cities lined up to witness the Moon fully blot out the Sun.” This event is called the path of totality.
What Will the Total Solar Eclipse in Charleston Be Like?
If you are interested to see what the Total Solar Eclipse experience will be like in the Charleston area, watch this animation to see what the talk is all about. In addition to Charleston going dark, there will also be several other effects taking place, including a 360 degree sunrise and sunset, visible stars and planets, more than a 20 degree temperature drop, and shadow snakes, which are wavy lines that alternate from light to dark causing the lines to look like they are moving in the sky.
Space.com says the solar eclipse is worth the hype, especially if you are in a location where the path of totality will be visible. “Anyone who has seen totality knows it with certainty and knows the difference between a total eclipse and a partial eclipse, the latter of which many people have observed at one time or another, because partial eclipses are always visible over a much larger area than total eclipses. That difference — even the difference between a total solar eclipse and a partial eclipse that covers 99 percent of the sun's disk — is the difference between night and day.”
Why Should I Visit Kiawah Island During the Total Solar Eclipse?
A trip to Kiawah to experience the eclipse would make some great memories. The location for viewing cannot be beaten. Imagine sitting at the beach or on your private rental’s deck or balcony to experience the Total Solar Eclipse. Freshfields Village, right outside the gate of Kiawah, is even having a special eclipse party on the Village Green. The event will feature a variety of family friendly activities, music, food and more. Participating stores will also have in-store events and promotions.
Is the Total Solar Eclipse Dangerous?
NASA has released information about the dangers of staring at the sun while the eclipse is taking place. Viewers should not wear normal sun glasses because they are too weak, instead, they should purchase a pair of authentic viewing glasses.
In South Carolina, Highway Patrol will be stationing troopers along interstates like I-26, ready to respond to crashes and relieve congestion. They urge drivers to remain patient, calm, and pull over if they would like to view the eclipse with the safety glasses. Safety glasses should not be worn while driving a vehicle because they will block out necessary light needed for safe driving.
Book Your Stay Now!
If you are interested in feeling awed and inspired while viewing the Total Solar Eclipse on the 21st, hurry and book your stay with Akers Ellis now because availability is extremely limited! This astronomical event is one you will not want to miss, especially if you live in or are able to travel to the Charleston area.
