The Moon Will Eclipse Venus On Wednesday, How To See It From 48 States

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The moon will pass in front of Venus on Wednesday in a rare celestial event not visible from the U.S. for over a decade. The occultation happens around 4:00 p.m. EDT on the East Coast and 11:40 a.m. PDT on the West, appearing across 48 states. Observers will need binoculars or a telescope to safely spot Venus disappearing behind the moon's bright disk, looking directly at the sun risks eye damage, so timing and proper equipment are essential for catching this uncommon alignment.