The 2024 solar eclipse reached totality in Illinois and Indiana Monday afternoon, providing a breathtaking and unique spectacle that won’t be seen again in the region for decades.
The moment brought cheers, tears and awe to many people who watched the sky darken for several minutes, including even NBC 5 meteorologist Pete Sack.
Watch NBC 5 meteorologist Pete Sack break down in tears while watching the 2024 solar eclipse in the path of totality.
But if you missed it, you can still see what it looked like. There was no shortage of incredible images of the moment.
(Watch in the player above)
Several Midwestern states were on track for totality for Monday’s event, including Illinois, Indiana and Ohio.
The eclipse crossed the southern part of the state and a large swath of Indiana, with communities like Carbondale and Evansville in the line of totality.
In fact, the eclipse affected many population centers in the United States, making it one of the most accessible eclipses in recent memory.
If Illinois residents missed it, they will have to wait a very long time before another total eclipse is visible in the state.
Next total solar eclipse will be visible in Illinois, according to NASA will not take place until September 14, 2099. This eclipse will be visible in northeastern Illinois, including the city of Chicago, as well as parts of Wisconsin, including Madison, Milwaukee and Kenosha.
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