Millions of people in the United States and Mexico gathered to watch a rare “ring of fire” eclipse of the sun on October 14.
An eclipse happens when the moon covers the sun. But during this one, the moon did not completely block the sun, leaving a ring of fire outline. The sky turned dark, leaving crescent-shaped shadows on the ground for hours, while the ring of fire lasted a few minutes.
In Mexico City, some children dressed as astronauts. People shared special glasses and telescopes to see the eclipse.
Yesenia Olaya, Colombia’s science minister, said moments like this should inspire people to promote science among children.
“It is something that nature brings us and that we must watch,” said Pilar Cáceres, a 77-year-old retired teacher.
The next ring of fire eclipse will happen in South America next October.
