A “ring of fire” solar eclipse will be visible this Saturday, captivating sky watchers across multiple states in the U.S. and some parts of Mexico, Central America, and South America. She also highlighted that the next total solar eclipse will take place in April 2024 but will be followed by a long wait until the next annular eclipse in 2046. The “ring of fire” solar eclipse will have varying durations, ranging from 1 to 5 minutes, depending on the location of observation. To safely view the eclipse, it is crucial to use certified solar eclipse glasses that comply with the ISO 12312-2 standard. The next solar eclipse, a total solar eclipse, is scheduled to occur on April 8, 2024.

Source: ABC News October 12, 2023 15:51 UTC