UAE astronomers have issued a stark warning against observing the Ramadan crescent on February 17, 2026, due to extreme proximity to the sun, exacerbated by an earlier solar eclipse. Directing optical instruments without certified filters poses severe eye damage risks.
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UAE astronomers issue safety warning ahead of Ramadan moon sighting on February 17
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