Near-total lunar eclipse to darken skies across three continents this week
A near-total lunar eclipse will occur on August 27–28, with Earth's shadow covering 96.3 percent of the moon. The event will be visible from the Americas, Africa, and Europe, with peak viewing at 12:13 a.m. EDT on August 28. Observers are advised to find a dark location and allow 30 minutes for their eyes to adjust.
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