Yesterday we learned that one of the ships that had planned to carry eclipse chasers to the totality path has been cancelled. The reason, four crew members tested positive for Covid-19. Over a hundred experienced eclipse chasers, including Mr Eclipse (Fred Espenak), were given the news. There is virtually no other option available as travel is restricted to other possible venues. Several travelers are already at the port city and will now have to find a way home (after taking in some local sites).
This is unfortunate. Another TSE chase blocked by the "Corona Virus". Hopefully the other ships and air intercepts will be a go. Many of us decided to sit this one out some time ago for a variety of reasons including possible Covid outbreaks. We are all sad and empathize with those left hanging by the Quark Expeditions cancellation.
