Specialist glasses for viewing an eclipse are reported to be close to selling out online ahead of what has been described as the UK's most significant eclipse since 1999.
Demand has intensified among people hoping to watch the event, with online availability of the protective eyewear said to be extremely limited. The rush suggests many eclipse watchers have been seeking suitable glasses shortly before the spectacle.
The glasses are a key item for those planning to observe the eclipse, and the reported shortage means some prospective viewers may find it difficult to obtain them through online sellers in time.
The event is being billed as the most notable eclipse visible in the UK for more than two decades. The comparison with 1999 underlines the level of interest surrounding it, particularly among those who follow astronomical events.
The latest known position is that specialist eclipse glasses are almost sold out online as demand continues ahead of the eclipse. No further details on stock levels, suppliers or additional availability were provided in the source material.
