NEW YORK—A “ring of fire” eclipse of the sun is coming. But only a lucky few will be in the path.
The annular solar eclipse will be visible Wednesday over Easter Island and the tips of Argentina and Chile.
Here’s how to safely watch the final solar spectacle of the year.
What Is an Annular Solar Eclipse?
Solar eclipses happen when the sun, moon and Earth line up just so. The moon casts a shadow that can partially or totally block the sun’s light.
During an annular eclipse, the moon obscures all but a ring-shaped sliver of the sun. That’s because the moon is at a point in its orbit that’s farther from Earth....
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