When your community triples in size over one weekend, there's a lot to do to get ready. Hopkinsville, Kentucky was ground zero for Monday’s total solar eclipse.
Thousands of campers flocked to DeBow Park Sunday afternoon to watch the historical event.
Around 25,000 arrived by Sunday, many put up tents in campgrounds, and were ready for the big moment the day before.
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When asked why she drove all the way to Kentucky, Minnesota resident Mary Ludwig said it’s simple.
“Peak point of totality. If you’re going to go, go where it’s the best,” she said.
Mary Ludwig and her family traveled from Minnesota to KY to be a part of the event. @NC5 pic.twitter.com/l9HGc9NJgs
— Matthew Torres (@NC5_MTorres) August 21, 2017
This couple from Texas says the total solar eclipse was an emotional experience. @NC5 pic.twitter.com/XbnRnCV5ZJ
— Matthew Torres (@NC5_MTorres) August 21, 2017
Officials said their main concern was traffic. They added a lot of new signs to help guide people around town especially near the viewing sites to help alleviate congestion but they told people to expect to wait wherever they go.
