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Transit of Mercury May 9th 2016 - Safe Viewing Tips

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7 years 11 months ago #105793 by Fermidox
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I've abandoned cloudy Limerick and decamped to Dublin!

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7 years 11 months ago #105794 by flt158
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Wise Man, Fermidox!

Clear skies to all.

Aubrey.

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7 years 11 months ago #105795 by donalmcnamara
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The Sunny South East is not Sunny yet :(

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7 years 11 months ago #105796 by Seanie_Morris
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The Sun has crept out from hazy cloud a few times this morning so far. It's early yet though, but I am hoping to get 1st and 2nd contact with the 12" Dob. Fingers crossed.

Lots of public and media interest. I have a few radio interviews lined up today, and I have received some phone calls and texts from members of the public about how to view it. It is important to stress safety abotu this. I encourage anyone who has the ears of their local radio stations to perhaps send in a text or email about what NOT to do with the Sun today!

Seanie.
Midlands Astronomy Club.
Radio Presenter (Midlands 103), Space Enthusiast, Astronomy Outreach Co-ordinator.
Former IFAS Chairperson and Secretary.
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7 years 11 months ago #105798 by flt158
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I have Mercury on the Sun. I first saw it @ 12.15 pm! It sure is tiny.

I am using image projection on my 158 mm apochromatic refractor.

I also see a double sunspot.

Clear skies to all.

Aubrey.
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7 years 11 months ago #105799 by Graham
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Seen it through the clouds! :D


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