UPDATE:
Elder’s issues this update on Monday:
Due to the close resemblance of the safe and fake solar eclipse glasses, we issued a statement urging our customers and the public to check their solar eclipse glasses. Our customers’ safety was our primary concern. Fortunately, we were able to verify with the manufacturer of the solar eclipse glasses that we sold are safe.
We have been referring customers to this site to check their solar eclipse glasses.
EARLIER ARTICLE
Elder’s Ace Hardware is warning customers who recently purchased eclipse glasses from the company that the glasses may not meet safety standards, according to a news release.
Officials with Elder’s Ace Hardware said they have learned they may have sold unsafe eclipse glasses and urge customers to take an extra step before using them during the eclipse.
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“If you purchased a pair of eclipse glasses from an Elder’s Ace Hardware or any other source, you are urged to put the glasses on and go into any room with bright lights. If you can see any light, these glasses may not meet” safety standards for use during the eclipse, the release stated.
Sales were made throughout stores in East and Middle Tennessee, North Georgia and western North Carolina, according to the release.
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The company said it will provide a full refund to customers who have issues with their eclipse glasses.
— Compiled by Kiara Green