ALLEN COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - The big question with Monday's total eclipse is, "What will the weather be like?"
While a more precise answer won't come for a few more days, we in the path of totality are not the only ones asking that question. That's why officials don't really know how many people will be coming to West Central Ohio at the at the last minute to view this rare event. So, they're asking residents to get all of their errands taken care of before this weekend to make sure you are covered "if" the population doubles on April 8th.
"We are telling folks, don't wait until Sunday to get your grocery shopping done for the week," says Tom Berger, Allen Co. EMA Director. "Make sure your cars are filled up and have a little cash on hand too. Just make sure you are doing all of your preparations before Monday; don't try and get it done on Monday morning."
Some businesses, banks, and county offices will be closed on Monday. So you may want to call ahead if you need to go out on that day.
For more information and coverage on the April 8th Eclipse, visit https://www.hometownstations.com/news/2024_solar_eclipse/.
