Our region is in the path of the total solar eclipse in August and we are likely to have clear skies in our high desert climate. Hence, the hordes are coming. Does anyone have advice for transfusion services in a semi-rural area pretty much doubling its population (increase of around 250,000) for a week or so? Our health system is planning but I am asking for transfusion service specific ideas. If you have applicable experience I would love to hear it. I want to be sure that I haven't forgotten anything.