Solar Eclipse Planning Ahead

Plan ahead for this once-in-a-lifetime event so when the crowds arrive you'll have what you need.

Prepare Ahead

• Expect crowds, lines and traffic. Check travel conditions on Ontario 511.
• Purchase food, water, and first-aid supplies ahead of time.
• Charge your phone(s), and have charging cables with you.
• Fill up your gas tank, get groceries and run errands before the eclipse.
• Get eclipse glasses in advance for safe viewing (video), as they may not be available on the day of the eclipse.
• Make sure children know how to view the eclipse safely.
• Looking directly at the sun during an eclipse without designated viewing glasses (ISO 12312-2 international standard) can cause severe damage, such as partial or complete loss of eyesight.

Resources

• Have an emergency kit and preparedness plan for potential disruptions and service outages.
• Call 211, visit forterie.ca and follow the Town of Fort Erie's social media channels Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram | LinkedIn for service changes, closures and updates.

Visit out Eclipse Emergency Resources page for detailed information

Where can I view the Total Solar Eclipse in Fort Erie?

Eclipse Designated Viewing Areas

Where can we stay?

For a full listing of potential rentals please visit our: Accommodations page.

Where can we eat?

Fort Erie has many dining locations to enjoy no matter where you are viewing the Solar Eclipse. 

What can we do?

Solar Eclipse Activities and Events

Top 10 Things to Do in Fort Erie

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Fort Erie has limited charging stations that may be difficult to access during the eclipse. Please have your electric vehicle (EV) fully charged and plan accordingly. Consider using resources such as ChargeHub's or PlugShare's charging station maps.