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Blood moon lunar eclipse: This is the best time to watch in every state

Blood moon lunar eclipse: This is the best time to watch in every state

Summary

A blood moon lunar eclipse will occur when the full moon is almost fully covered by Earth's shadow. During this event, the moon will appear red in color.

Key Facts

  • The eclipse will cover up to 96% of the full moon with Earth's shadow.
  • This causes the moon to take on a reddish color, often called a "blood moon."
  • The event can be seen from different locations in every U.S. state.
  • A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon.
  • The red color appears because Earth's atmosphere bends sunlight onto the moon.
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