Skywatchers were treated to a partial lunar eclipse visible across the continents of the Americas, Europe, and Africa from Thursday evening into Friday. Known as the “almost blood moon,” the lunar eclipse reached its peak just after midnight ET, with 96% of the moon’s surface covered by Earth’s shadow, resulting in a nearly total lunar eclipse. This event was a rare spectacle as the next lunar eclipse is not expected until New Year’s Eve in 2028.
In Canada, observers in Vancouver had the opportunity to witness the full moon during the lunar eclipse phase, creating a stunning celestial display. Similarly, in Winnipeg, a captivating image captured the partial lunar eclipse over Osborne Village. The night sky in Toronto also showcased the partial lunar eclipse from the R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant.
In various parts of the Americas, individuals in Needville, Texas, took cellphone photos of the lunar eclipse from the George Observatory. The Washington Monument in Washington, D.C., served as a picturesque backdrop for the partial lunar eclipse, while the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans was illuminated by the golden edge of the eclipse. In Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, the moon rose behind the Mexican flag during the eclipse, and in Salvador, Bahia state, Brazil, the moon made a stunning appearance behind a coconut palm.
Moving to Europe, the partial lunar eclipse was visible in Warsaw, creating a mesmerizing sight in the night sky. People gathered at Parliament Hill in Hampstead Heath, London, to witness the eclipse, while in Lisbon, a plane was seen approaching for landing during the lunar event. The night sky in Goutz, France, also offered a breathtaking view of the reddish partial lunar eclipse.
Overall, the recent partial lunar eclipse provided a unique and remarkable astronomical experience for sky enthusiasts across different regions.