ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 A total lunar eclipse will occur on Tuesday, March 3, transforming the \u201cWorm Moon\u201d into a stunning \u201cBlood Moon.\u201d Residents and visitors in Orlando will be able to view this beautiful celestial event early in the morning, just before the moon dips below the western horizon.<\/p>\n
According to the Farmers\u2019 Almanac, the eclipse happens when the moon gently passes through Earth\u2019s shadow, turning from bright to a beautiful deep copper-red or orange hue. <\/p>\n
The eclipse starts at 3:44 a.m. EST with the penumbral phase, when Earth\u2019s faint shadow first touches the moon. <\/p>\n
A more noticeable partial eclipse occurs at 4:50 a.m. EST, with a \u201cbite\u201d taken out as the moon enters the Earth\u2019s dark inner shadow umbra.<\/p>\n
Totality starts at 6:04 a.m. EST when the moon is fully in Earth\u2019s shadow and turns copper-red or orange. <\/p>\n
The peak eclipse at 6:33 a.m. EST is when the moon is darkest and at the shadow\u2019s center.<\/p>\n
To get the best view of the eclipse peak, ensure you have a clear, unobstructed view of the western horizon. Since the moon will be quite low at just three degrees during the maximum eclipse, be aware that buildings or trees might block your view. <\/p>\n
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