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Get ready for the first eclipse of the year

By WTOP Staff

WASHINGTON — On Tuesday morning, around the time of 3:06 a.m., the moon will be eclipsed by Earth’s shadow for about 78 minutes.

But we might have some unexpected issues seeing it. The National Weather Service says it will probably rain at that time.

Some good news though, this is the first of four eclipses. The next total lunar eclipse will be in October.

Check out a simulation of the eclipse from the moon’s perspective:

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Emergency guide: What you should do to prepare for emergencies

By WTOP Staff
WASHINGTON — Do you know what you'd do if an emergency hits? What if you're at work, your spouse is stuck in traffic and your children are in school? There's no way to plan for every emergency, but you can make sure you're prepared for different scenarios, including making a plan for your family and building a kit of emergency supplies.
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