Satellite images show 2017 and 2024 North American eclipses

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North America experienced two total solar eclipses in seven years, with the 2017 eclipse crossing 14 states and lasting 2 minutes and 40 seconds. In contrast, the 2024 eclipse spanned Mexico to Canada, lasting 4 minutes and 28 seconds, with a wider path of 115 miles. NOAA's GOES-16 satellite captured both events, showing the moon's shadow moving across the continent. Spain will host three consecutive solar eclipses in the coming years.


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