Tips on how to safely view the solar eclipse in April [Video]

BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Eckert’s Farm in Belleville is hosting an eclipse party on April 8. Ahead of the big day, Dr. Jason Brinton of Brinton Vision talked about how to view the eclipse safely.

“The eclipse glasses are great of course. I think the important thing is that they have the ISO mark in standard,” Dr. Brinton said. “As long as they have the ISO mark and standard on it, I think we can be confident that it follows that. And then individuals that buy those should make sure they aren’t scratched or damaged or anything like that.”

There are a few other options when it comes to safe viewing.

“Number 14 welders glass is also appropriate and you can get mylar sheet that meets the same ISO standards where you can make your own glasses,” he said.

Dr. Brinton also reminds everyone of what doesn’t qualify for safe viewing …