Spain witnesses rare total solar eclipse as millions gather to watch
Millions of Spaniards flocked to rural areas to view a total solar eclipse that had not occurred in mainland Europe for two decades.
Spain experienced a total solar eclipse Wednesday, drawing large crowds who equipped themselves with specialised viewing glasses and lawn chairs. The eclipse was the first to occur in mainland Europe for 20 years and the first total eclipse in Spain for over a century. Authorities warned crowds gathering in rural areas to be cautious about preventing wildfires.
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Eclipse excitement sweeps Spain as millions prepare to watch the skies
Spaniards rushed to buy specialised glasses to view a rare total solar eclipse Wednesday, as authorities warned people flocking to rural areas to avoid anything that could spark new wildfires.
NZ Herald
‘It’s the first time, and it’s the last time’: Europe witnesses rare total eclipse of the sun
Mainland Europe has not experienced a total solar eclipse for 20 years.
1News
Crowds pack Spain to witness first total eclipse in over a century
The crowds brought lawn chairs, umbrellas and hats as they eagerly awaited the celestial spectacle, which began early in the evening.