Astronomical eclipse and national seismic drills scheduled for late August 2026

Various astronomical and civil safety events are scheduled for late August 2026. A partial lunar eclipse will occur during the night of August 27 and the early hours of August 28. This phenomenon will be visible across South America, including Venezuela and Argentina, as well as parts of Mexico, the southeastern United States, and Canada. In Argentina, the eclipse is expected to reach a 96.2% coverage, while in Spain, it can be observed without special eye protection.

In Mexico, authorities are preparing for the 2026 National Drill (Simulacro Nacional) on September 19. This exercise aims to test response capacities for seismic emergencies, with a specific hypothesis involving a magnitude 7.0 earthquake off the coast of Cabo Catoche, Quintana Roo. In the state of Morelos, civil protection officials have urged schools to consider conducting the drill on Friday, September 18, to ensure maximum student and staff participation.

Additionally, regional weather reports indicate diverse conditions, including moderate drought in Quintana Roo due to El Niño and the Maya trough, and varying temperature and wind forecasts across Spain, Mexico, and Argentina.