Rogue Waves, Not Portals, Likely Explain bermuda Triangle Mysteries, Scientist Claims
Miami, FL – The enduring mystery of the Bermuda Triangle may have a surprisingly mundane explanation: rogue waves. Dr. Simon Boxall, an oceanographer at the University of Southampton, asserts that the region’s reputation for unexplained disappearances is likely due to the formation of exceptionally large and dangerous waves, not interdimensional portals or extraterrestrial activity.The Bermuda Triangle, a loosely defined area in the western part of the North Atlantic Ocean, has been the subject of countless theories attempting to explain the loss of ships and aircraft over the decades. Dr. Boxall’s research offers a grounded, scientific perspective, focusing on the unique meteorological conditions of the area.
“There are storms to the south and north, which come together. And if there are additional ones from Florida, it can be a perhaps deadly formation of rogue waves,” Dr. Boxall explained in an interview with Channel 5’s documentary series. These waves, he notes, can reach staggering heights.”They are steep, they are high – we’ve measured waves in excess of 30 meters (98 feet). If that happens, it can sink in a matter of two or three minutes. The bigger the ship, the more damage is done.”
To illustrate the potential impact, Dr. Boxall and his team conducted a simulation recreating the fate of the USS Cyclops, an American carrier ship that vanished in the Bermuda Triangle in 1918, claiming the lives of 309 people. The simulation demonstrated how a large ship could be stressed and ultimately broken apart by the force of a rogue wave.
While Dr. Boxall’s theory gains traction, other scientific organizations offer alternative explanations. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) suggests that environmental factors, particularly the numerous islands and shallow waters of the Caribbean Sea, contribute significantly to navigational hazards. “Environmental considerations could explain many, if not most, of the disappearances,” NOAA stated.
The Bermuda Triangle’s history is filled with documented incidents. Beyond the USS Cyclops, numerous other vessels and aircraft have been lost in the region, fueling speculation for generations. the area is known for unpredictable weather patterns,including frequent hurricanes and tropical storms,and the Gulf Stream current,a powerful ocean current that can create turbulent conditions.
Dr. Boxall’s research doesn’t entirely dismiss the possibility of other contributing factors, but it provides a compelling argument for the role of extreme wave activity in the Bermuda Triangle’s enduring mystery. His work highlights the power of the ocean and the challenges faced by those who navigate its waters, offering a more realistic explanation than supernatural claims.
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