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The Guardian
Britons’ Solar Eclipse and Colander Sales Rise
The solar eclipse visible across the UK led to increased demand for protective viewing methods, including glasses and homemade devices, with colander sales rising significantly. Despite safety warnings from health authorities, many viewers used improvised methods, and large crowds gathered at popular viewing sites, leaving behind litter and abandoned bikes. Although some eye injuries were reported after the 1999 eclipse, there were relatively few cases this time, with fewer than 30 people seeking medical assistance for related issues.
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