Millions of people around the world marveled at the sight of the Blood Moon that made its appearance in a series of four lunar eclipses in two years, early in the morning of 28 September. The last time the Blood Moon appeared was in 1982 and experts have estimated that the next one will be in 2033.
As the full moon moves into the planet’s shadow, it dims dramatically. The moon turns a rusty red due to sunlight being scattered by the earth’s atmosphere.
There has been a variety of theories surrounding the emergence of this phenomenon. Some religious leaders believe the moon signals the beginning of the end while some believe that it may symbolise it as being a signal for a change in the world.
Northwold resident and photographer Brian Farrell could not miss the opportunity to see the super moon, even if it meant waking up in the early hours of the morning. “I heard about the Blood Moon and woke up at 4.30am to witness it with my camera ready. It looked absolutely amazing,” he said.
