# Open-Source Interactive Map Tracks August 12 Total Solar Eclipse

Developers have released an open-source interactive map for the total solar eclipse occurring on August 12. The tool allows users to explore the eclipse's path of totality and viewing times. It helps both enthusiasts and the public plan observations of the rare celestial event.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://eclipsefan.org/?v=2&t=max&layers=eclipse%2Cbesselian%2Cumbra-live%2Cshadow-3d%2Ccloud-projection%2Cosm&lat=43.4623&lon=-3.8099&opacity=besselian%3A0.2%2Cumbra-live%3A0.2&zoom=6&palier=minute) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:38:08 +0000