Total eclipse of the moon

[SteveDallas]

Tonight, Thursday May 15 (in the Eastern time zone of the US), there will be a total eclipse of the moon. Unlike a solar eclipse, the only factor in whether you can see it or not is simply whether the moon will be visible at your location during the time the eclipse is happening. (Of course, the weather forecast for the Philadelphia area calls for clouds and rain.) The complete eclipse will be visible in South America, Central America, and Eastern North America. Most of the rest of North America, Europe, and much of Africa will see some part of the eclipse. For a complete discussion of times and locations, see

http://sunearth.gsfc.nasa.gov/eclips...2003May15.html

Unlike a solar eclipse, there is no potential damage to your vision from looking at a lunar eclipse. It is quite enjoyable to view with the naked eye, but if you don't have a telescope lying around, even a small pair of binoculars will enhance your view significantly.