The next eclipse that will be seen in much of the Iberian Peninsula is getting closer. For this reason, several measures are taken in this regard. The Government of Spain, through the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, announced one of them. A web viewer was developed for the eclipse in Spain, in collaboration with the Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology (FECYT).
A web viewer was launched this Friday. It is to help citizens locate the best possible place to see the solar eclipse on August 12 from wherever they are. What specifically does the 'online' application do? It seeks to make it easier for people to find the best place to enjoy this historical milestone with friends and family close to their place of residence or vacation. With this, they want to prevent "unnecessary trips to saturated areas." With the consequent traffic problems.
This tool is accessible directly from any mobile browser. Also by scanning a QR code and does not require registration to access it. In addition, it complies with accessibility standards thanks to its inclusive design analyzed with the TAW (Web Accessibility Test) tool. It is the reference parameter for Public Administration.
In this way, it allows legibility under extreme lighting conditions. Also assisted navigation so that people with reduced vision or blindness can use the tool thanks to its auditory and multisensory function. It has a global reach with support in Spanish and English to allow safety instructions to reach both the resident and visiting population.
Web portal
The web viewer for the eclipse in Spain is not the only thing. The Government and the Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology (FECYT) also created a portal at the service of citizens. It is the website www.trioeclipses.esm. It has useful information about the event for citizens, the media, the scientific community and collaborating organizations.
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