After 21 years of waiting, the solar eclipse finally made its re-appearance and Malaysian netizens are living for it!
The unique phenomenon, the “Ring of Fire”, also known as the Annular Solar Eclipse just happened today (26th December) from 1-3pm and Malaysians have been eagerly waiting to experience this iconic natural occurrence with their own eyes!
Unfortunately, not all of us are in a location where the eclipse is visible.
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Expectation Reality#solareclipse2019 pic.twitter.com/wgqF91mmaV
— ن??ر (@Noor__Pakistani) December 26, 2019
Or maybe some of you don’t have the right eye protective gear to witness the “Ring of Fire” without running the risk of going blind (trust us, don’t try it).
If you fall under one of those categories, don’t worry! We’ve compiled some of the best tweets showcasing the solar eclipse in all its glory so you don’t have to risk losing your eyesight witnessing this phenomenon.
I think my phone will go blind after today. Location: Johor, Malaysia. #solareclipse2019 #SolarEclipse pic.twitter.com/zIro0qeVxz
— アフィク (@hey_afiq) December 26, 2019
Some netizens managed to capture the beautiful sight alongside the pride and joy of our city centre, KLCC!
The eclipse from KLCC! pic.twitter.com/QZihHZ6lGA
— Rikhman Rashidi (@rikhman) December 26, 2019
Other netizens even shared a few tips for those of you who want to capture the best possible shot of the “Ring of Fire” without it being a hazard to your eyes:
Clear sky from Kelana Jaya to watch the Annular Solar Eclipse. Captured using iPhone 11 Pro Max. Just cover the lens with a sunglass and decrease the brightness all the way down. Good luck! pic.twitter.com/rqFs4W1tMc
— Mr Santa (@izwanizzat) December 26, 2019
A few users took to Twitter to share their experience and ask others what the eclipse looked like from their side of the country! Aww, we love how this mind-blowing phenomenon is bringing people together.
this is #solareclipse2019 at my area! ? shares yours!! ? pic.twitter.com/lriUKtINl7
— si chantiq ? (@shafiqahisml_) December 26, 2019
And a few romantics used the opportunity to compose the perfect emo tweet:
Once upon a time I was falling in love
But now I'm only falling apart
There's nothing I can do
A total eclipse of the heart pic.twitter.com/4oboywDX2P— hi!? (@HazenLowMee) December 26, 2019
Did you witness the “Ring of Fire” this year? Share your experience with us below!
Also read: After 21 Years, The ‘Ring Of Fire’ Solar Eclipse is Happening NOW Till 3pm!