NASA Announces 'Ring of Fire' Solar Eclipse Across US on Oct. 14

NASA announces a US-visible annular solar eclipse on October 14

This eclipse, termed a 'ring of fire,' will cross from Oregon to the Gulf of Mexico

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NASA's recent X post: "Oct. 14 brings a unique annular eclipse from Oregon to Gulf of Mexico"

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NASA to provide live coverage on its YouTube channel for the event. "Join us from anywhere," says NASA

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An annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is farthest, creating a smaller appearance than the Sun

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NASA's website explains the eclipse phenomenon: a dark Moon on a bright ringed Sun

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