Northumberland County prepares for total solar eclipse
Global News
Northumberland County officials expect visitors on April 8 to pack Victoria Beach in Cobourg and the waterfront in Port Hope, Brighton, Grafton and Colborne.
While Niagara Falls and Kingston may be considered the prime area to view the total solar eclipse in Ontario, Northumberland County is also preparing for an influx of visitors for the celestial event.
County officials expect visitors on April 8 to pack Victoria Beach in Cobourg and other Lake Ontario waterfronts in the communities of Port Hope, Brighton, Grafton and Colborne.
The moon will pass between the sun and Earth, casting a shadow on the region. The lower part of Northumberland County, east of Toronto, will sit directly in the path of totality which is approximately 185 kilometres wide.
It’s estimated there will be nearly two full minutes of totality in Northumberland County.
“There’s a lot of great spaces that people can come to down and experience the eclipse,” said Brian Geerts, the Town of Cobourg’s community services director.
The total solar eclipse is expected to draw thousands to the region, although the town isn’t hosting any specific events for the occasion.
“For those who like more of the beach experience or more of the urban environment right next door, we have the marina and the campground area and Victoria Park with easy access to the waterfront and a great southwest exposure to see the eclipse,” Geerts said.
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