BOSTON EYES COMING COMING DELIGHT

Are you eager to witness something amazing? This week, Bostonians have a unique chance to spot a comet zipping past. NASA calls it C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan–ATLAS, and it's currently making its very first loop near Earth. Clear skies are expected from Monday evening, providing an ideal moment to catch a glimpse of the comet in the western sky. "Keep an eye on the west," suggests StormTeam 5 meteorologist Kelly Ann Cicalese. The perfect time to look up is about an hour after sunset, and you won't need any special equipment. It's visible with the naked eye! Don't miss this chance. According to NASA, the next time this comet will be near enough to see is in about 80,000 years! That's a long wait! StormTeam 5 Chief Meteorologist Cindy Fitzgibbon shares that the comet will remain visible for the next few nights.

But here's a twist. NASA's latest data shows the comet might not return to our solar system anytime soon. Let's enjoy this while it lasts! Comet A3, named after the observatories in China and South Africa where it was first spotted, reached its closest point to the sun on September 27 and passed near Earth on October 12. As the week goes on, though, the full moon might make it a bit harder to see. The comet will become fainter, but don't let that stop you. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Even if you've never seen a comet before, this might be your lucky week. Look up, Boston!

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