#TotalEclipse
Total solar eclipse visible across United States, first in 99 years.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | August 21, 2017 |
| Path | Oregon to South Carolina |
| Duration | ~2 minutes totality |
| Viewers | 215 million (88% of U.S. population) |
Origin & Impact
#TotalEclipse tracked the first coast-to-coast total solar eclipse in 99 years. Millions traveled to the “path of totality” for the once-in-a-lifetime celestial event. Social media exploded with photos, videos, and live streams from across the country.
The hashtag documented eclipse glasses shortages, traffic jams, viewing parties, and stunning photography. NASA and science communicators used it to educate about astronomy. Memes about people staring at the sun (including Trump) went viral.
The eclipse became a rare unifying national moment. It sparked renewed interest in astronomy and anticipation for future eclipses (2024, 2045).
Related Hashtags
#Eclipse2017 #SolarEclipse #PathOfTotality #Astronomy #Eclipse