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Solar eclipse and Perseid meteor shower peak across Europe

A rare total solar eclipse and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower are occurring simultaneously on August 12. The eclipse path of totality includes parts of Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, and a band across Spain and Portugal. In Spain, millions of people are expected to gather to witness the event, particularly in northern and central regions such as Burgos, Leon, and Zaragoza.

Authorities in Spain have implemented significant security measures, deploying over 35,000 personnel to manage crowds and mitigate the high risk of forest fires caused by extreme summer heat. Experts from NASA and various ophthalmological groups warn that observers must use certified solar filters to prevent permanent eye damage, as the retina can be harmed even during partial phases.

In addition to the eclipse, the Perseid meteor shower is expected to be highly visible due to favorable lunar conditions. Observers in Turkey, Italy, and Central Europe are also preparing for these celestial displays, with many organized public viewing events scheduled.

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AEMET · Baden-Württemberg · Brazil · Earth · Espanha · European Space Agency · Exploratorium · Germany · Greenland · Groenlândia · Hungary · Iceland

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  • [● 10 SOURCES] Road access will be restricted to residents, public buses, and guests with reservations.
  • [● 10 SOURCES] The military's mission is primarily surveillance and deterrence.
  • [● 7 SOURCES] A total solar eclipse will occur over Mallorca on August 12 at approximately 8:30 PM.
  • [● 5 SOURCES] Security measures include helicopter readiness and emergency services on alert.
  • [● 10 SOURCES] Authorities describe the security operation as an 'unprecedented deployment'.
  • [● 10 SOURCES] Soldiers from the 'Palma 47' regiment will patrol the Balearic Islands between August 10 and 14.
  • [● 13 SOURCES] Authorities are implementing road closures and checkpoints near the Tramuntana mountains.
  • [● 2 SOURCES] The Perseids peak coincides with a New Moon, providing dark skies for observation.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] A solar eclipse on August 12 will reach 100% coverage in the North Atlantic, Iceland, and parts of the Iberian Peninsula.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] In very dark regions, approximately 40 meteors per hour may be visible during the Perseids peak.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] The Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak during the night of August 12 to August 13.
  • [● 5 SOURCES] The Spanish government has activated a security plan involving 33,600 agents.

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