Don’t panic if it starts to get darker than usual around 6 p.m. today, it’s just a partial solar eclipse.
A partial solar eclipse happens, according to the website timeanddate.com, when the moon gets between the sun and Earth and covers up some of the sun.
What you need to know:
1. Read this before you look up: Do not, repeat, do not stare directly into the eclipse, no matter how tempted you may be. Wear protective gear. Not doing so, could damage your eyes.
2. When to watch: The best time to watch in Atlanta is between 6:01 p.m. and 6:53 p.m.
3. What you'll see: It will look as though a giant black bite has been taken out of the sun.
4. To build a projector: Watch this video and find out how to make a pinhole projector.
5. Want more? Missed it?: The next visible eclipse for Atlanta will be a partial lunar eclipse on April 4, 2015.
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