The Diamond Ring phase of the eclipse is when Baily's Beads, which are points of light that shine around the moon's edges, begin to disappear. A single bright spot will remain along the edge of the moon's shadow before the total eclipse when the sun's corona becomes visible.
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There are plenty of viewing parties hosted across Hays County. For a more indepth list, visit www.haysinformed.com.
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Cloudy with a chance of darkness
The National Weather Service has bad news for eclipse chasers. The forecast for Hays County, and much of Texas, is predicting that it will likely be cloudy all day, and there is a chance of rain in the afternoon. But all is not lost as Hays County Emergency Services Director Mike Jones said you will still get to experience the drastic change from day to night as well as the nocturnal critters emerging for their nightly routines.