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Get ready for a cosmic spectacle tonight — a deep partial lunar eclipse that will turn the moon into a haunting coppery sliver as Earth’s shadow swallows nearly 96% of it. The show begins softly with a penumbral phase at 8:23 PM, but the real drama kicks in at 9:33 PM as the dark shadow creeps across. Peak coverage hits at 11:12 PM, leaving just a whisper of moonlight before fading out by 2 AM. While weather may spoil views in some areas — clouds and storms loom over Birmingham and Mobile — Huntsville’s skies look promising. This rare event belongs to Saros 138, a 18-year cycle last seen in August 2008 and not again until September 2044. Whether you’re gazing from your window or gathering with friends, this eclipse is a reminder of our awe-inspiring place in the universe — and a chance to witness celestial magic before the next one arrives decades later.
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