On Monday, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse is set to take place across Burleson and North Texas. The event will begin in Burleson at approximately 12:22 p.m. local time, and will end at 3:01 p.m. Totality will occur at 1:41 p.m., lasting 3 minutes and 25 seconds.
The most important consideration is eye safety. While it’s safe to view a solar eclipse if you follow safe eclipse viewing procedures, permanent eye damage or even blindness can be caused by attempting to view an eclipse incorrectly.
To ensure safe viewing, eclipse safety glasses or viewers should be certified with the designation "ISO 12312-2," which should be printed on the eyewear or viewer. Viewing the eclipse through a camera lens, binoculars, or a telescope without a special-purpose solar filter secured over the front of the optics will instantly cause severe eye injury.
The eclipse is expected to attract a substantial number of visitors to North Texas, therefore roadway congestion and delays are likely. It's recommended to arrive at the selected viewing site early and to consider staying after the eclipse to avoid traffic. Just to be safe, individuals should plan fill up their gas tanks and pack extra food and water in the car in case of potential road delays.
Internet-network and cellular-network congestion is also expected, due to the influx of people in the area using the internet and cellular phones at the same time.
Various city departments, in partnership with the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce, are hosting an event on April 8, 2024, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza, 141 W Renfro St. For further details about the city's event, tips for safe viewing, and a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs), please visit burlesontx.com/solareclipse.