light pollution
noun
: artificial skylight (as from city lights) that interferes especially with astronomical observations
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There are seven state parks designated as year-round dark sky preserves, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources — including one on the south side of the state — to protect the parks from light pollution.
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Brian Manzullo, Detroit Free Press, 10 May 2024
According to Corrie Christensen, the sixth-graders’ science teacher, about half of those birds perish due to disorientation caused by light pollution.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 6 May 2024
Try to plan your stargazing spot using a light pollution map or by checking with your local astronomical society for tips on the best places to go for unfettered viewing.
—Wes Davis, The Verge, 5 May 2024
Additionally, choose a stargazing perch with minimal light pollution — such as a dark-sky park or hotel.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2024
The Northeast, with many areas free of light pollution, was the only area east of the Rockies to produce similar numbers.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 2 May 2024
Unfortunately, even being in such a dry, high, cloudless place doesn’t free telescopes from light pollution off Earth: satellites.
—Isaac Schultz / Gizmodo, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
Some of the most popular viewpoints include Goat Bluff, Carlton Beach, and Tinderbox, all of which are fairly close to Hobart, though far enough from substantial light pollution.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2024
To see the devil comet in the night sky, choose a location away from light pollution.
—The Arizona Republic, 27 Mar. 2024
Brian Manzullo, Detroit Free Press, 10 May 2024
According to Corrie Christensen, the sixth-graders’ science teacher, about half of those birds perish due to disorientation caused by light pollution.
—Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 6 May 2024
Try to plan your stargazing spot using a light pollution map or by checking with your local astronomical society for tips on the best places to go for unfettered viewing.
—Wes Davis, The Verge, 5 May 2024
Additionally, choose a stargazing perch with minimal light pollution — such as a dark-sky park or hotel.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2024
The Northeast, with many areas free of light pollution, was the only area east of the Rockies to produce similar numbers.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 2 May 2024
Unfortunately, even being in such a dry, high, cloudless place doesn’t free telescopes from light pollution off Earth: satellites.
—Isaac Schultz / Gizmodo, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2024
Some of the most popular viewpoints include Goat Bluff, Carlton Beach, and Tinderbox, all of which are fairly close to Hobart, though far enough from substantial light pollution.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2024
To see the devil comet in the night sky, choose a location away from light pollution.
—The Arizona Republic, 27 Mar. 2024
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