Solar Eclipse: "Never Look at It without Eye Protection"
Specsavers said 6% of people in the region did not know eclipse viewing can damage eyes, and warned that ordinary sunglasses are not safe.
- Residents in Somerset are urged to protect their eyes during today's partial solar eclipse, the most significant in nearly 30 years. Onlookers in Yeovil and Chard must avoid looking directly at the sun without certified solar eclipse glasses or filters.
- Today's eclipse coincides with the peak of the Perseid meteor shower tonight. New research from Specsavers found that many people remain unaware that looking at a solar eclipse without proper eye protection can damage the retina and cause permanent vision loss.
- Survey data revealed 10 per cent of people believed watching the eclipse through a camera or smartphone screen was safe. Twelve per cent thought polarized sunglasses offered enough protection.
- A Chard Specsavers spokesperson said, "The new research shows that many people are unaware of the risks," warning that ordinary sunglasses, binoculars, or cameras are unsafe without the correct solar filter.
- Parents are urged to supervise children closely during the event. Anyone who experiences blurred vision or distortion after viewing should contact an optometrist immediately, while safe methods include pinhole projectors, a colander, or tree leaf patterns.
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