The day of the total solar eclipse has arrived. Here's the latest

Stay with us throughout the day for the latest on weather, traffic and live coverage. [MORNING ROUNDUP]( [The Dallas Morning News logo](   Good morning and happy Solar Eclipse Day, North Texas. Zaira Perez Viera and Todd Davis from the audience team are bringing you this special eclipse-themed newsletter. [Find all our eclipse coverage here.]( Could weather news eclipse eclipse news today? Not only is there a major storm system to be concerned about tonight, but clouds could make watching today's total eclipse a total bummer. [Here's the latest weather update](. We'll see you in your inbox tonight.   [The total solar eclipse is upon us. Here’s your last-minute Eclipse Day survival guide]( You really don’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon for the region. With Eclipse Day fast [...] [Planning to drive in D-FW during eclipse week? Here’s what to know]( An influx of visitors will bring increased traffic, so be prepared for delays. [‘A great time’: Downtown Dallas is packed with visitors in town for total solar eclipse]( Several people who spoke with The Dallas Morning News in downtown Dallas Sunday said they’ve noticed the [...] [Where to see the April 8 total solar eclipse in Dallas-Fort Worth and beyond]( On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will sweep across North America. Most of the Dallas-Fort Worth area is [...]   ADVERTISEMENT   [Why you shouldn’t look at a solar eclipse without eye protection]( What happens if you look at a solar eclipse? Experts say staring at the sun for as little as 5 seconds can [...] [25+ restaurants with solar eclipse food and drink specials in D-FW]( Find viewing parties and eclipse-themed dishes and cocktails. [Expect a busy travel day if you’re going to DFW Airport or Love Field on April 8]( Even though the latest forecasts aren’t looking too bright for visibility, DFW International Airport and [...] [See the total solar eclipse of 2024 at one of these watch parties in Dallas-Fort Worth]( Here's a list of total solar eclipse watch parties planned in Dallas, Fort Worth and surrounding cities on [...] [Headed to downtown Dallas during the solar eclipse? You could see highway exit closures]( Those traveling into Downtown Dallas on the afternoon of the total solar eclipse could see temporary “rolling” [...] [Texas couples will say ‘I do’ when sun vanishes during total solar eclipse]( A total solar eclipse will cut across Texas on Monday. Some couples will celebrate with weddings.   [MORE NEWS](   ADVERTISEMENT   TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE [A total solar eclipse]( The Dallas Morning News photographer Smiley Pool shot this photograph of a total solar eclipse in La Serena, Chile in 2019. [Live total solar eclipse updates: Texas weather, traffic and what to know]( A total solar eclipse will cut across the U.S., turning day to dusk over a large swath of Texas. This is a historic day for Dallas, which was last in an eclipse’s path of totality in 1878, and won’t be again for nearly 300 years. While the eclipse has generated much excitement, it has also caused worries of gridlock traffic and fuel shortages, and a laser-like focus on the weather forecast. Follow our coverage throughout the day with [our live blog, available here](. [READ MORE]( [The Dallas Morning News]( [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [X (formerly Twitter)]( [YouTube]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Account Login]( | [Help Center]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Terms of Service]( [Manage Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe]( ©2024 The Dallas Morning News • 1954 Commerce St. • Dallas, TX 75201