Most people have heard of an eclipse taking place on April 8, 2024. Although an eclipse happens every 18 months or so, it’s rare that they’re visible for anyone not directly on the equator. Seeing as this one will be visible to numerous states in the U.S., officials have released a warning.

Eclipse Warning Issued

Officials are recommending stocking up on food, gas, water, and other essentials prior to the eclipse taking place. The reason for this suggestion is that countless people are planning to head to where the eclipse will be visible. As a result, officials are worried that the added population will put a strain on certain resources. Alarmingly, this includes hospitals and roadways.

When referring to an eclipse, the term ‘path of totality’ means an area that is fully covered by the moon. On the other hand, a partial eclipse, likely visible to the rest of the U.S., happens when the moon and sun aren’t perfectly aligned. The path of totality for the April 8th eclipse will start over the Pacific Ocean, heading to Mexico and moving up through Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Arkansas, Vermont, New Hampshire, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, and Maine.