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The total solar eclipse was over in the blink of an eye — but for some, the effects may last a while. Solar retinopathy or "eclipse blindness" can occur when staring at the sun without protective glasses.
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You can damage your eyes permanently — even with a brief glance at the sun.
You can damage your eyes permanently — even with a brief glance at the sun
While it may seem tempting to look up at the total solar eclipse as it is happening, doing so without the proper tools can be dangerous for your eyes.
If you don't have the proper eye protection, looking at the solar eclipse can be damaging and you likely won't feel the pain as it's happening.