Kaufman County issues disaster declaration ahead of total solar eclipse
The declaration will begin on April 5 and end on April 9.
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The declaration will begin on April 5 and end on April 9.
"This is huge, HUGE! If we don't plan appropriately, A, we won't have workers. Or B, we'll have so many people on the streets that nobody can get to the events."
"This is going to be an event all the way through the weekend, even starting as early as Friday."
The total solar eclipse means you need special glasses, and make sure the glasses you get are made by standards that will protect your eyes. Experts have already identified counterfeits and fakes that are out there. Some even have the ISO seal, and a certification number, making you think they are safe. But NASA says there's one good way to check.
Some North Texas schools are taking a creative approach to teaching on April 8.
Heather Houston's 8th grade astronomy students at Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard school have become experts on the subject.
Thursday night, the city's leaders met with residents and business owners to discuss plans to handle the staggering number of visitors expected to come to view the April 8 total solar eclipse.
The rural city is taking every day leading up to April 8 very seriously, as an opportunity to showcase everything they have to offer.
The solar eclipse will impact solar production in Texas between 12:10 p.m. and 3:10 p.m. CDT. But the power grids are expected to be reliable.
Bob and Imelda Bedell have traveled the world to find solar eclipses.
The zoo will be open during its regular hours for the eclipse, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Reservations for a spot to see the totality at a Texas State Park opened at 8 a.m. Friday.
CBS News Texas Meteorologist Dominic Brown breaks down what you need to know before heading out to watch the total solar eclipse.
There are two flights available on April 8 that fly predicted to be in the direct path of the eclipse.
The county expects its population to double in the days leading up to and after the eclipse.