CBS News previews solar eclipse visibility
CBS News reports that the only total solar eclipse of 2026 will take place on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with totality crossing parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. The article notes that many Americans will not see totality, but more than 20 states will still experience a partial eclipse.
The story highlights Fairbanks, Alaska, as the best place in the United States to view the event, where the moon will cover 37% of the sun. It also says Boston will see 16% totality, New York City about 9%, Toronto about 8% and Philadelphia about 7%.
CBS News says live coverage will begin at 2 p.m. ET, with Rob Marciano reporting from Mallorca, Spain, where totality is expected at about 2:30 p.m. ET.
Key Events
- CBS News reported that the only total solar eclipse of 2026 will occur on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
- The path of totality will cross Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain.
- More than 20 states in the United States will see a partial eclipse.
- Fairbanks, Alaska, is identified as the best U.S. viewing location, with 37% totality.
- CBS News said it will provide live coverage from Mallorca, Spain.