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**How to Watch Thursday’s Total Lunar Eclipse and Blood Moon**
This Thursday, astronomy enthusiasts are in for a treat as the universe puts on a spectacular display of celestial wonders – a total lunar eclipse and blood moon. If you’re interested in catching this rare event, here’s how to do it.
As the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, the moon will take on a reddish hue, hence the term “blood moon.” This phenomenon can only occur during a full moon, which in this case is expected to happen at 8:27 PM EST. The total lunar eclipse will be visible from many parts of the world, including North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and Australia.
The eclipse will begin on Thursday at around 7:25 PM EST when the Earth’s shadow starts to fall onto the moon. This partial phase is expected to last for about an hour before the total phase kicks in at approximately 9:00 PM EST.
To watch this incredible event, you won’t need any special equipment – just a clear view of the night sky and a bit of patience. Find a dark location with minimal light pollution, and look up at the moon. You can also tune into NASA’s live stream or watch it online through various astronomy platforms like Space.com.
However, keep in mind that the timing and visibility of this event may vary depending on your location and the weather conditions in your area.
Source: https://gizmodo.com/how-to-watch-the-total-lunar-eclipse-and-blood-moon-on-march-13-2000571338
