Final checks: Are you ready for the eclipse? [Video]

With just days before the total solar eclipse stretches across the US and parts of Canada, it’s time to button up your plans for April 8.

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First up, safety.

Proper glassesEclipse glasses are 10,000x darker than sunglasses—with good reason. Staring at the sun— even when partially obscured by an eclipse— can cause serious and permanent damage to your eyes. The 95-99% coverage Michigan will see IS NOT enough to protect your eyes from damage.

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Grab verified eclipse glasses from American Paper Opticsat Walmart, Lowes, and Cracker Barrel. We’ve also seen them at Meijer and local libraries. You can order them through Friday if you do overnight delivery, otherwise buy them today (April 4) to get them in time.

Do. Not. Look. Without. Eclipse glasses.

Eyes up! Typically …