South America experiences rare ring of fire solar eclipse
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A rare "ring of fire" solar eclipse occurred on Wednesday, visible from Chile's Easter Island and mainland Patagonia. This event happens when the moon aligns with the sun but does not completely cover it, creating a fiery circle. Tourists and astronomy enthusiasts flocked to Easter Island to witness the eclipse, which took place shortly after noon local time. The island, known for its iconic moai statues, provided a scenic backdrop for the event. The annular solar eclipse drew significant attention, with many capturing the moment despite partly cloudy skies. This phenomenon is a unique alignment of the Earth, moon, and sun.