The Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak, drawing a large number of visitors to Joshua Tree National Park, similar to previous events like the Northern Lights surge earlier this year.
Gerald McKeegan explained that the Perseids are a result of comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle, providing a chance to see up to 100 meteors per hour under ideal dark sky conditions despite possible moonlight interference.
Officials recommend buying entrance passes in advance and exploring other DarkSky International certified remote areas to enjoy the meteor shower without overcrowding.
Prepare for heavy traffic and potential delays of several hours when entering the park, as thousands of visitors are expected to gather for the celestial event.
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