US businesses preparing for April's total solar eclipse

WASHINGTON, D.C.: U.S. businesses are preparing for a total solar eclipse forecasted to take place on April 8, which will dim skies along a wide area of North America.

Like the previous total solar eclipse in the U.S. in 2017, businesses will sell eclipse-themed beer, jewelry and ornaments, doughnuts, safety glasses, t-shirts, and other souvenirs.

Hotels and resorts along the eclipse's main path are offer