The only total lunar eclipse of this year and next came with a super-blood-moon bonus. That means the moon was closer, making it seem bigger and brighter. It also had a red tint from sunlight passing through the atmosphere.
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About 2,500 people gathered at the Griffith Observatory to witness the event.
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Crowds gather at Griffith Observatory to witness eclipse
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