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Full Wolf Moon To Eclipse Mars In Rare Lunar Event — Here’s When, How To Watch Full Wolf Moon To Eclipse Mars In Rare Lunar Event — Here’s When, How To Watch
Full Wolf Moon To Eclipse Mars In Rare Lunar Event — Here’s When, How To Watch Skywatchers are in for a rare treat as January’s Full Wolf Moon aligns with Mars in a celestial event called a lunar occultation.  On the evening of Monday, Jan. 13, the Moon will pass directly in front of Mars, temporarily hiding the planet from view in a stunning display visible across much of the world. When To Watch The Full Wolf Moon will reach peak fullness at 5:27 p.m. EST on Jan. 13. Shortly after, the occultation of Mars will begin. The exact timing of the event depends on your location: In the continental United States, most regions will see the occultation occur between 7 …
Fireball Lights Up Sky, Captivating Hundreds Across Pennsylvania Fireball Lights Up Sky, Captivating Hundreds Across Pennsylvania
Fireball Lights Up Sky, Captivating Hundreds Across Pennsylvania A bright fireball streaked across the East Coast on Monday, Nov. 11, catching the attention of hundreds of people from Connecticut to Virginia (did you see it? Send footage to clevine@dailyvoice.com). The American Meteor Society reported that 236 people witnessed the fireball around 7:48 p.m., with sightings spanning 13 states, the District of Columbia, and Ontario, Canada (click here for the sightings map). Witnesses described the fireball as a striking light blue or green that illuminated the sky for four to seven seconds, moving diagonally from the upper right to the lower left. The eve…