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Stark County Ohio - Stark Health Departments Advise Residents to Be Safe During Total Solar Eclipse 26 March 2024 ( news )
Stark County , state Ohio ( By Press Release office)
Mar 26,2024
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( Stark County , Ohio ) On April 8 , 2024 , Stark County will be in the path of a once - in - a - lifetime event .
A total solar eclipse , which occurs when the moon covers the sun , will darken the county for a few minutes between 2:50 p . m . and 3:20 p . m . The last total solar eclipse visible in the state happened in 1806 . It’s an event that won’t happen again in Ohio until 2099 .
In advance of the eclipse , the Alliance City Health Department , Canton City Public Health , Massillon City Health Department and Stark County Health Department are advising residents to take appropriate safety measures .
The eclipse is expected to bring in a large increase in visitors and traffic , cause possible limited cell phone service due to increased network use and create increased demand for gas stations , hotels , campsites , restaurants , entertainment facilities and parks .
Be Prepared
With an increased demand for resources expected , residents are encouraged to take action to make sure they are ready beforehand . That includes filling up your gas tank , stocking up on food , and filling your medications .
Eye Safety
In order to safely view the eclipse , protective eyewear complying with the ISO 12312 - 2 International Standard should be worn . Looking up directly at the sun without protection , even during an eclipse , could cause eye damage or blindness .
Food Safety
With a number of special events planned and the possibility of pop - up food stands , Stark County residents are encouraged to be food safe . Food licenses are required for temporary food service operations , mobile retail food vendors and seasonal retail food establishments . Anyone purchasing food items from a vendor is encouraged to ask to see their food license .
Campground Safety
Permits are required for anyone setting up a temporary campground for the eclipse . Temporary campground operators must apply for a license at least 15 days prior to the day of the event .
Travel Safety
An influx of visitors is expected to cause extra traffic on the day of the eclipse . AAA is recommending staying off the roads , but anyone who needs to travel is encouraged to be safe . Headlights should be kept on , and visors should be kept down to block the sun . Eclipse glasses should not be worn while driving , and no photographs or videos of the eclipse should be taken while traveling . Travelers should not pull over to the side of the road to view the eclipse . They should also watch for pedestrians who may be walking around with their eyes on the sky .
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