Lunar eclipse, March 13 -- For the first time in more than two years, skywatchers across North America will witness a total lunar eclipse, also known as a "blood moon", later this week, reported USA Today.

The celestial event will take place on the night of Thursday, continuing into the early hours of Friday morning, offering a spectacular sight to those in the right viewing conditions.

According to the National Weather Service, the total lunar eclipse will begin at 12:55 am. ET (Thursday night/Friday morning) and last for over three and a half hours.

Unlike a total solar eclipse, which can only be seen from specific locations, this lunar eclipse will be visible across all of the lower 48 states, as well as parts of South America, Euro...