Stoke FM Knows Total Solar Eclipse, Antarctic Heat, & New York City Earthquake

The highly anticipated Total Solar Eclipse is today, and will be visible across most of eastern North America, with some communities expecting massive amounts of tourists to witness the event.

https://www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/national/total-solar-eclipse-set-to-bring-darkness-and-celestial-awe-to-canadian-crowds/article_8b2d4b2b-f489-5a74-8322-67704ebde387.html

The largest temperature swing ever recorded on Earth took place at Concordia-Dome C research station in Antarctica on March 18, 2022.  That day the station saw temperatures of -9.4C, which was 40C warmer than seasonal.

https://www.iflscience.com/antarctica-was-rocked-by-a-record-heatwave-40c-above-average-73712

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake was felt in New York City over the weekend.  Though no damage or injuries were reported, it’s something that very few New Yorkers are prepared for.

https://www.iflscience.com/an-extremely-rare-magnitude-48-earthquake-just-hit-new-york-city-73697