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From spaceweather.com:
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[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Tonight's eclipse is visible from parts of all seven continents: map. Europe and Africa are favored. People there can see the entire eclipse from beginning to end high in the midnight sky. [/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]The eclipse begins around 3:30 pm EST (2030 UT) when the Moon enters the outskirts of Earth's shadow. During this early stage, it's possible to look at the Moon and not realize anything is happening. Only a hint of shadow cast across the lunar terrain hints of what is to come: By 5:00 pm EST (2200 UT) the difference will be unmistakable -- at least half the Moon is in deep shadow -- and by 6:00 pm EST (2300 UT) the whole Moon will turn a delightful shade of sunset red: animation.
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Tonight's eclipse is visible from parts of all seven continents: map. Europe and Africa are favored. People there can see the entire eclipse from beginning to end high in the midnight sky. [/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]In the United States, much of the eclipse takes place before moonrise. Even so, the eastern half of the country will enjoy a good view of totality. Observing tips: At the end of the day on Saturday, go outside and face east. As the sun sets behind your back, a red Moon will rise before your eyes--fantastic! Maximum eclipse is at 6:21 p.m. EST. [/FONT]