A rare solar eclipse passes across the UK, with skywatchers across the country reporting the sun being covered by the Moon and briefly darkening daylight. Observers gather to watch as the eclipse reaches its peak, producing a dramatic effect visible from many locations.
Ahead of the event, outlets report high public interest and shortages of eclipse viewing glasses. Shops in the UK sell out of special eyewear as millions seek to view the eclipse safely. Both reports describe the event as an uncommon occurrence that is not expected to be repeated for a long time, with the next comparable viewing opportunity placed at the end of the century, depending on location and eclipse cycle.
