It's a total eclipse of the heartland! 😆🌞 Hundreds of thousands of sky-watching fanatics are expected to flock to the Buckeye State for next year's total solar eclipse. 💫
Ohio's been named the best spot to view the event. 😎 Don't stare directly at it without the proper specs! The huge uptick in visitors should also bring in a ton of money for the state. 💸
Here’s Five Fast Facts on the eclipse's impact on Ohio:
- 📩 RSVP - Experts estimate between 139,000 and 556,000 people will travel within or from outside of Ohio to see next year's total solar eclipse. It's happening on April 8, 2024.
- 🪑 Best Seat in the House - This eclipse is the first one in Ohio in hundreds of years. It will make its way across the state from southwest to northeast and pass over a 124-mile-wide band just to the north and west of Columbus. Dayton, Mansfield, Akron, and Cleveland are all within the prime viewing area.
- 🧾 Look to the Past - In 2017, South Carolina was the top spot to check out that year's total solar eclipse. An estimated 1.6 million people traveled in and out of state to watch the event. Officials estimated that the total economic impact on South Carolina was $269 million.
- 🧮 Do the Math - Based on South Carolina's numbers and the estimated number of travelers to Ohio, experts predict the economic impact could be anywhere between $23 million and $94 million.
- 🚨 Emergency Fund - Ohio's state budget bill set aside a million bucks for eclipse emergency response costs. You know, just in case you burn your eyes out. Or party too hard.
🔥Bottom line: Total solar eclipses don't happen often. When they do, it's rare that you're in the right place to catch the action. Next year's eclipse sounds like it's shaping up to be an event to remember. Let us know if you'll be watching! Wondering how much Ohio's universities pour into the economy? Head here!
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