Madigan warns some eclipse glasses are phony

Posted on August 18, 2017
solar eclipse
Recalls have already been issued but fake glasses continue to be sold, putting your eye safety at risk. (Photo courtesy Pixabay)

By WJBC Staff

SRINGFIELD – Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan is urging the public to be careful when purchasing solar glasses for Monday’s eclipse.

Madigan said fake glasses have flooded the market, and many have already been recalled.

“We want people to be aware you actually have to make sure the glasses you have purchased have met the safety standards,” Madigan said.

You can do that by checking the website www.eclipse.aas.org for a list of approved manufacturers and dealers.

“It’s very tough and even some of the one that are being sold are being mislabeled so please get them beforehand. They are becoming scare and are becoming very expensive.”

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