By Isabelle Wilson-
Individuals across Mexico, the US, and Canada observed the total solar eclipse as the Moon passed between the Earth and the Sun, momentarily obscuring its light, a sense of wonder enveloped those who witnessed the phenomenon.
Spanning a path 155 miles wide and over 4,000 miles long, the eclipse’s trajectory began over the Mexican coastlines, darkening the skies above Niagara Falls, and culminating on the shores of Newfoundland, Canada.
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This cosmic ballet left a profound impression, reminding humanity of its place within the vastness of the universe.
The eclipse made its debut over Mazatlán, Mexico, where onlookers cheered as the Moon gradually eclipsed the Sun, leaving only a silvery corona glowing around its outline.
In Dallas, Texas, 11-year-old Ady Walton-King, filled with weeks of anticipation, witnessed the event with her family, describing the surreal experience as the Texas afternoon transformed into darkness.
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Despite intermittent clouds, the moment of totality evoked a profound sense of awe as the world plunged into near darkness, with Ady noting, “It was really dark out. I thought it would be like evening dark, but it was pretty close to pitch black.”
People gathering in Central Park to watch the solar eclipse.Stephen Yang
The eclipse journeyed northeastward through the United States, marked by personal milestones for many. In Russellville, Arkansas, 300 couples exchanged vows during mass wedding events just before the skies turned black, a symbolic start to their journey under the shadow of celestial wonder.
In Cleveland, Ohio, where clear skies prevailed, spectators were treated to a dazzling display of the Sun’s corona, a brilliant halo framing the eclipsed Moon.
While many major American cities missed the path of totality, the spectacle was still remarkable.
Many at Verona Beach also enjoyed the spectacle
Shehab Zaki and his family watch the progress of the solar eclipse at Verona Beach, N.Y.AP
In New York City, crowds gathered atop the Edge skyscraper, witnessing the Sun transform into a crescent-like sliver of light against an unearthly pale gloom.
At Niagara Falls, where the eclipse crossed into Canada, thick grey clouds initially obscured the view, but just in time for totality, they parted, revealing the captivating sight to the delight of the gathered crowd.
The eclipse continued its journey, casting Montreal into temporary night as 20,000 people gathered at McGill University’s campus, erupting in cheers as the moment of totality arrived.
On Newfoundland’s Fogo Island, despite overcast skies, residents and visitors marvelled as the clouds parted, allowing a glimpse of near totality.
Spectators of The Master’s tournament look at the solar eclipse in Augusta, Georgia.AP
Ady Walton-King, in Dallas, already plans to witness the next North American eclipse in 2044, aspiring to be a scientist by then, a testament to the enduring wonder sparked by celestial phenomena
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