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Today, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, the year's first annular solar eclipse is taking place, creating a rare "ring of fire" in the sky. Because the Moon is at its farthest point from Earth, it does not fully cover the Sun, leaving a thin, bright outer edge visible.

Best Location (Totality): The "ring of fire" is primarily visible from Antarctica.
Partial Visibility: Observers in parts of Southern Africa (including South Africa and Zimbabwe) and the southern tip of South America (Chile and Argentina) can witness a partial eclipse.
Not Visible: The eclipse cannot be seen from India, Tanzania, North America, or Europe.

Eclipse Timeline (Today, Feb 17)
Phase UTC Time Local Time (Example)
Partial Eclipse Begins 09:56 UTC 11:56 AM SAST (South Africa)
Maximum Eclipse 12:12 UTC 2:12 PM SAST
Partial Eclipse Ends 14:27 UTC 4:27 PM SAST

How to Watch
If you are not in the path of visibility, you can watch live broadcasts hosted by NASA or via specialized astronomical platforms like Time and Date.
Safety Warning: Never look directly at the Sun without ISO 12312-2 certified eclipse glasses, as doing so can cause permanent eye damage.

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