How to watch the solar eclipse safely
People should take precautions while witnessing the "amazing celestial event", an expert says.
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"He encouraged people not to miss the 'amazing celestial event' but to enjoy it safely."
— David Jones , Academic
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People should take precautions while witnessing the "amazing celestial event", an expert says.
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