ECLIPSE BLOG: Central Texas experiences 'once-in-a-lifetime' event

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Some cities in Central Texas are ballooning in size Monday as people travel to experience a total solar eclipse. Follow updates throughout Central Texas below.

Eclipse resources

• Checklist: What to consider as you watch the eclipse
• Eclipse weather forecast
• Totality map and timing

Live blog

7 a.m.

The Texas Department of Public Transportation is reminding drivers of safety tips ahead of the eclipse. The department says drivers on the roads during the event should plan ahead for extra traffic and get to their viewing areas early. It also said in a social media post drivers should not stop on the highway or park on the shoulder to view the eclipse, but rather keep driving until they can find a safe place to park.

6:30 a.m.

Dripping Springs Mayor Bill Foulds, Jr. joined Meteorologist Kristen Currie live on air to talk about what the city expects. He said, "No matter rain or shine, we're gonna have a great time." The city has been preparing and planning celebrations for months ahead of the celestial event.

6:15 a.m.

Dr. Volker Bromm, a professor in astronomy at the University of Texas in Austin, joined KXAN News Today to talk about key moments to look for during the total solar eclipse.

6 a.m.

KXAN has crews fanned throughout Central Texas to capture how people are experiencing what many call a "once-in-a-lifetime" celestial event — and the impacts the influx of people has to our area. We'll share updates throughout the day on KXAN.com, the KXAN News App and on KXAN on air.