Australia Witnesses Blood Moon Eclipse

0:00On March 4th, here's the latest out of Adelaide. Australians got a stunning view of a total lunar eclipse overnight on Tuesday, with the moon glowing bright red for nearly an hour. Skywatchers across most of the country caught the rare blood moon, except in areas hit by rain. This event happens every 18 months to three years, but the next one anywhere in the world won't come until 2029. Its cause when earth lines up perfectly between the sun and moon, casting its shadow and filtering sunlight to give that rusty red color. The more dust and clouds in earth's atmosphere, the deeper the red hue gets, according to experts. Thrilled viewers describe the night sky as eerie and unforgettable, drawing crowds with clear skies. While those who missed it have years to wait, southern sky fans have more treats ahead this year. Look for Mercury, Mars, and Saturn clustering close in the eastern sky from April 19th through 22nd. Early risers can cast the Geminied Meteor shower,

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