Explained in plain English
How often do eclipses happen?
Solar eclipses, like the one on 12 August, occur roughly two to five times a year somewhere on Earth. However, seeing a total solar eclipse from a specific location is much rarer. For example, the last total solar eclipse visible from the UK was in 1999, and the next isn't until 2090.
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