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SUMMARY:Eclipse Watch Party
DESCRIPTION:THE GREAT NORTH AMERICAN ECLIPSE \nOn April 8\, 2024\, a total solar eclipse will cross North America\, passing over Mexico\, the United States\, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth\, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. \nSafety is the number one priority when viewing a total solar eclipse. Be sure you’re familiar with when you need to wear specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing by reviewing these safety guidelines. \nDELTA COUNTY IS IN THE PATH OF TOTALITY \n \nJoin in on the fun as we watch The Great North American Eclipse of 2024 on the Square of Cooper\, TX. \nMonday\, April 8th on the Downtown Square of Cooper\, TX \n10am-5pm – Under the Big White Tent \nFood\, Music\, Fun & Solar Eclipse Viewing \n  \nSulphur Springs was voted one of the top 5 cities in the State of Texas for viewing the Great North American Eclipse and people will come from all over the country to be a part of it! This is a once in a life time opportunity to show the World what Delta County businesses and residents have to offer. How can we be ready? \nFactors to Consider \n\nPopulation Influx\nExtreme demand for local resources (especially along travel routes)\n\nFood (possible shortages)\nFuel (possible shortages)\nLodging Challenges (hotels\, RV Parks\, camping\, State Parks\, Pastures…)\n\n\nStress to local infrastruction\n\nCommunication Challenges\nCelluar\, Wi-Fi\, 911\nParking Issues\nSanitation Issues\nTravel (increased traffic\, accidents\, hazards)\nWater supply\n\n\nBusinesses that are appointment based will be impacted (Doc\, dentist\, hair stylist\, dog groomer\, etc)\nEncourage people to get meds\, groceries\, gas before or after the event\nMeetings & clients could cancel due to eclipse\nBusinesses:\n\nThat WILL BE OPEN\, will you will provide glasses and break time for employees?\nGoods ordering/ shortages\nSafety for Business\, employees\, and visitors\nSecurity\nBasic Sanitation\nEvent Insurance for special events and or rented parking\nEmergency Response (Weather\, medical) – Have kits on hand in case 1st responders are delayed\n\n\n\nAvailable Resources \nLocal Lodging RV/Camping/Other \nSolar Eclipse Eye Safety – Purchase glasses here (make sure they are certified) \n2017 Total Solar Eclipse SAFETY VIDEO \nAAS List of Suppliers of Safe Solar Filters & Viewers \nAmerican Optometric Association – Protect those peepers: 4 tips for safe solar eclipse viewing \nRegister Now to receive FREE Eclipse Glasses for Your Public Library \nContacts \n\nDelta County Emergency Management\nDelta County Chamber of Commerce\nCity of Cooper\nThe two main emergency services in our community are:\n\nDelta County Sheriff’s Office- 903-395-2146\nCooper Volunteer Fire Department- 903-395-2616 (Non Emergency Number)\n\n\nFor any after hour City Emergency needs:\n\nAfter Hour Emergency Contact Number- 903-249-0163\nIf you are witnessing a crime in progress or are experiencing an emergency\, please dial 911.
URL:http://deltacountychamber.com/event/eclipse-watch-party/
LOCATION:Cooper Square\, 60 NW 1st Street\, Cooper\, TX\, 75432\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Delta County Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:deltaccc@yahoo.com
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