Lunar Eclipse In Alexandria, Louisiana
Over 1 billion people worldwide may be able to watch when the Earth's shadow will slide across the moon's surface early Tuesday morning, the first time in hundreds of years that a lunar eclipse will fall on the time of winter solstice.
With the full moon high in our winter sky, the lunar eclipse will be visible from probably four continents, with the best views from North America and Central America if the weather cooperates, scientists say.
This is an amazing event considering the total lunar and winter solstice will collide for a Lunar Eclipse In Alexandria, Louisiana for the first time in 456 years!
A lunar eclipse is a bi-annual event which occurs when the earth blocks the sun's rays from hitting the moon. But, this is the first time in under 3 years that a total lunar eclipse has been seen and is said to be the "best lunar show" until 2014.
The Lunar Eclipse In Alexandria, Louisiana will begin tomorrow night at
12:33 am and last until 4:01 am CST, however the actual eclipse portion will last just approximately 70 minutes, between 1:41 am and 2:53 am. During this time the full moon may appear a bright red or blood orange color.
The winter solstice, the "most darkest day of the year", also occurs on Tuesday. The Earth's axial tilt moves the planet farther from the sun than any other day. This will make for the shortest day of the year.Don't miss the wonderful show tomorrow night.
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