Cook Children's Maintains Regular Schedule During Solar Eclipse on April 8

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While the solar eclipse on April 8 is a rare and exciting event, our work at Cook Children's continues as usual that day. To ensure we provide the best possible care for our patients and their families, Cook Children's will operate on a regular schedule.

If you plan to take the day off to observe the eclipse, please use your approved Paid Time Off (PTO).

Heavy Traffic Expected

Please be aware that heavy traffic is anticipated due to the eclipse. We recommend allowing extra travel time to get to work on April 8.

Safe Viewing at Work:

For those observing from designated work areas (safely, of course!): During the eclipse, we will have viewing locations on the North and South lawn and Dillard Garden at Cook Children's Medical Center – Fort Worth. For Prosper and other Cook Children's locations, please find a safe viewing location on campus.

Safety Reminders:

Along with wearing proper eclipse eyewear to protect yourself, here are some additional safety reminders:

·         Stay out of streets or common walkways.

·         Do not block any fire lanes or entrances.

·         Make sure your patients are not left alone and do not let them look directly into the sun.

We appreciate your dedication to our patients!