On Oct. 2, an annular solar eclipse will be visible in parts of the Southern Hemisphere, with a “ring of fire” observable from a narrow path of annularity. The eclipse’s visibility and timing depend on the observer’s location. It is crucial to use solar eclipse glasses for safe viewing. The partial phase starts at 11:43 a.m. EDT (1543 GMT), the annular phase at 12:50 p.m. EDT (1650 GMT), and the maximum eclipse at 2:45 p.m. EDT (1845 GMT). The best time to watch livestreams is from 3:03 to 3:09 p.m.