Path of totality
The wait is almost over. There's some fog this morning in Seattle, but it's expected to burn off quickly. Along the path of totality, there will be complete darkness for a few minutes as the shadow races across the country.
Here in western Washington, the sun will be about 90-95% blocked for a brief period just after 10 a.m. The lack of sunshine will actually cause the temperature to drop a few degrees. A NASA research plane with a film crew is just taking off from Boeing Field. I'm sure there will be many spectacular photographs and videos.
When to leave for Twisp is somewhat of a dilemma. It's maybe not a good idea being on the road with distracted drivers during the event. They say there are some people so clueless this could actually take them by surprise. But if I wait until it's over, that gives me a late start on the long drive. Oh well, I have all day to get there...
Enjoy the eclipse wherever you happen to be!
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