India, Aug. 10 -- As the partial solar eclipse approaches on August 12, 2026, severe shortages of protective eyewear are reported across France, with local pharmacies and opticians running out of stock. Standard sunglasses do not protect your eyes. Always use certified viewers displaying the CE mark and ISO 12312-2 standard. Here's all you need to know about these Solar Eclipse Glasses, how they work, safety advisory, and more.

Shortages of Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses

Solar eclipse glasses protect your eyes by filtering out 99.999% of intense sunlight and harmful ultraviolet (UV) or infrared (IR) radiation. With shortages expected ahead of upcoming eclipses, securing safe eyewear early is critical to prevent permanent eye damage.

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