18 Tips Police Have for Maine Drivers During 2024 Total Solar Eclipse

Maine will experience an incredible phenomenon in April, but police are issuing a safety warning for folks who will be out on the roads.

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On Monday, April 8th, 2024, many towns and cities in Northern Maine will experience a Total Solar Eclipse in the late afternoon.

A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on Earth that either fully or partially blocks the Sun’s light in some areas. This only happens occasionally because the Moon doesn't orbit in the exact same plane as the Sun and Earth do.

According to NASA, aside from the moments of totality during a total solar eclipse, observers should always use eclipse glasses or an alternative safe solar viewing method, such as a pinhole projector, to view the Sun.

Additionally, April 8th will be a busy day for Maine State Police.

Various state police departments and departments of transportation officials across the country are issuing warnings to drivers who will be out on the road during the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. These warnings will affect Maine, as our Pine Tree State is also in the path of totality.

In particular, the following tips and warnings are from WHAS 11, Indiana State Police, and the Indiana Department of Transportation. They are warning locals of increased traffic and congestion as residents and tourists alike are expected to make their way to eclipse viewing destinations.

Maine is no stranger to dealing with tourists and folks 'from away,' as we’re also known as 'Vacationland.'

With all of this being said, let’s take a look at these 18 tips from police departments around the country that Maine drivers should take note of before the big day in April.