Annular solar eclipse to create ring of fire on October 2 in Southern Hemisphere

An annular solar eclipse will occur on October 2, 2024, visible in parts of the Southern Hemisphere. Observers in a narrow path will see a "ring of fire" around the moon, while much of South America will experience a partial eclipse. The partial phase begins at 11:43 a.m. EDT, with the annular phase starting at 12:50 p.m. EDT. The maximum eclipse will occur at 2:45 p.m. EDT, with the best viewing time for the ring of fire from 3:03 to 3:09 p.m. EDT, particularly from Easter Island. Local times for the ring of fire vary, with Easter Island seeing it at 2:03 p.m. EASST. Other locations in Chile and Argentina will also experience the phenomenon later in the day.