The April 8 eclipse is expected to bring an increase in traffic to Central Texas.
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — This spring, a rare natural occurrence is happening in parts of the United States where the sky will turn dark in the middle of the daytime.
The 2024 total solar eclipse will be visible April 8 in parts of Central Texas and as a result, many counties are expecting to see an increase of traffic and travelers.
On March 8, Travis County issued an official Declaration of Local Disaster, per Judge Andy Brown.
“This disaster declaration will allow our first responders and public safety officials to better manage traffic and crowds as we anticipate the population to potentially double in size, and we want to ensure everyone can enjoy the total solar eclipse in Travis County,” he said.
In compliance with the declaration, private property owners must inform the county and …
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