- Divine Sign and Government Intervention: A known conspiracy theorist suggested that the eclipse is a sign from God and claimed, without evidence, that the Department of Homeland Security is preparing to “hijack” this biblical event.
- Historical Parallels: The same source drew parallels between the upcoming eclipse and the Bur-Sagale eclipse, which occurred during the time of Jonah’s prophecy to Nineveh, suggesting a need for repentance. However, the connection is speculative and not based on scientific evidence.
- Natural Disasters: Another theory relates to the New Madrid fault line, with some speculating that the eclipse could trigger a significant earthquake, similar to the events following an 1811 eclipse. However, there is no scientific evidence to support this claim.
- Ominous Government Preparations: Some posts have baselessly claimed that government preparations for the eclipse, such as advising residents to stock up on supplies, indicate that “something catastrophic” will occur during the eclipse.
