Without protective gear, looking directly at an eclipse can cause serious damage or scarring to the eyes. “Solar retinopathy is a photochemical injury to your retina,” Dr. Nicole Bajic, a surgical ophthalmologist at the Cleveland Clinic, previously told TIME via email.

While a total lunar eclipse takes place tonight, here's what to know about the next total solar eclipse in the U.S.

For those who stayed up late enough to see the total lunar eclipse, congratulations! Wondering when the next solar eclipse is for Florida? See when

Sometimes sleep takes priority over cool celestial events. Luckily, you can catch a partial solar eclipse this month and a blood moon again in 2026.