Scientists Reveal Natural Causes Behind Legendary Disappearances
The Bermuda Triangle, located between Florida, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda, has long been infamous for mysterious disappearances, fueling countless legends and conspiracy theories.
Recently, Dr. Simon Boxall, an oceanographer from the University of Southampton, proposed that these enigmatic events are not caused by supernatural forces but by “rogue waves.”
Rogue Waves: Capable of Sinking Ships in Minutes
According to Dr. Boxall, the Bermuda Triangle frequently experiences massive waves reaching up to 30 meters (98 feet) high twice the height of typical ocean waves. When these rogue waves converge from different directions, they create deadly combinations capable of sinking even large vessels.
“Any ship caught in such a wave could sink within two to three minutes,” Dr. Boxall warns.
Historic Evidence Supports the Theory
To test this hypothesis, the Southampton University team constructed a scale model of the USS Cyclops, an American coal ship that vanished during World War I. Their experiments showed that if a 165-meter-long vessel becomes suspended between wave peaks, its midsection could be left unsupported, potentially causing the ship to break apart.
The USS Cyclops disappeared in 1918 while sailing from Brazil to Baltimore with 306 crew members. The ship vanished without sending a distress signal, sparking UFO and parallel universe theories. Dr. Boxall, however, maintains that rogue waves likely caused the disaster.
Experts Say the Bermuda Triangle Isn’t Extraordinarily Dangerous
Despite the legends, many scientists argue that the Bermuda Triangle is not inherently more dangerous than other ocean regions. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) notes that accident rates in the area are consistent with other heavily trafficked waters. Insurance giant Lloyd’s of London also confirms no additional risk exists.
Most disappearances can be attributed to natural factors: the challenging navigation conditions in the Caribbean, shallow waters around numerous islands, and, of course, the unpredictable rogue waves.
While the Bermuda Triangle will likely always capture the imagination, modern science increasingly points to natural ocean phenomena rather than the supernatural.
Despite the legends, many scientists argue that the Bermuda Triangle is not inherently more dangerous than other ocean regions. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) notes that accident rates in the area are consistent with other heavily trafficked waters. Insurance giant Lloyd’s of London also confirms no additional risk exists.
Most disappearances can be attributed to natural factors, including the powerful Gulf Stream current, which can quickly erase a vessel’s last traces. The region is also a breeding ground for tropical storms and hurricanes, creating a highly unpredictable environment. When combined with challenging navigation conditions, shallow waters around numerous islands, and of course, the unpredictable rogue waves, the conditions are ripe for disaster.
While the Bermuda Triangle will likely always capture the imagination, modern science increasingly points to natural ocean phenomena rather than the supernatural. The Bermuda Triangle’s mystique is a testament to the power of a good story, but the real truth lies in the sheer force of nature itself.
