Tonight is the peak of the Perseids - some tips on how to look at them

Perseids are meteors that burn in the atmosphere at 80-100 km in height and, of course, do not reach the Earth. So there is no danger that any of them will hit your head.
The beautiful spectacle is due to the Swift-Tuttle comet, particles from the tail of which enter the earth's atmosphere and burn there. This happens every August when Earth crosses the comet's orbit.
Here are some tips from NASA that will help us to enjoy the most amazingly beautiful view:

• Go far from the towns and the lighted places, find a place where you can clearly see the sky - if possible without clouds, of course.

• Look for the darkest stretch of the sky - meteors can appear anywhere above you.

• Save yourself patiently, watch for at least half an hour. It would be more convenient for you to have a folding chair whose backrest moves back - to be in the reclining position.

• Forget about telescopes and binoculars - the velocity of the Perseids is high and you can drop more than you can catch.

• Cut your eyes freely, do not look at one point. The relaxed naked eye will notice any movement in the sky faster.

• Avoid looking at your mobile phone and any other light source. They will prevent the adjustment of your eyes for night vision. If you need to see something on Earth, use a red light.

And do not forget to want something when you see a falling star - but be careful what, because it can really come true. :)

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