In an awe-inspiring cosmic coincidence, the moon and sun perfectly aligned this afternoon, producing a total solar eclipse visible across North America.
The moon’s shadow plunged daylight into darkness, carving a path from Mexico, up to Maine and into Canada.
The moon’s shadow then carried on to Russellville, Ark., where 100 or so couples were pronounced married; Buffalo, where hundreds listened to “Here Comes the Sun”; and Montreal, where locals on Mount Royal applauded.
In some places like Wyoming County, N.Y., crowds were disappointed to see a sky full of clouds.
But elsewhere — even away from the path of totality, like in New York City — crowds delightfully squinted through protective glasses.
Organizations:
Mount Royal
Locations:
North America, Mexico, Maine, Canada, Piedras Negras, Russellville, Ark, Buffalo, Montreal, Wyoming County, N.Y, New York City