Today, small communities across the United States are experiencing a surge in visitors as people flock to witness a total eclipse. In Kerrville, Texas, preparations have been underway for over two years to accommodate the influx of tourists.
The town's official population of 24,752 is expected to triple or quadruple as tens of thousands of extra people descend upon Kerrville. Mayor Judy Eychner expressed the town's readiness, stating that safety personnel are strategically positioned throughout the county to ensure quick response times in case of emergencies.
