Europe scrambles for eclipse glasses as solar output set to dip during total eclipse

A total solar eclipse is set to cross Europe on Wednesday, prompting a surge in demand for certified eclipse glasses. Shops and opticians in Paris, London and Brussels are running short of stock, with queues forming ahead of the event. Grid operators are also preparing for a temporary dip in solar power output during the eclipse.

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