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The researchers said that the cause of death of the ships are “killer waves” with a height of up to 30 meters.
A group of scientists from the University of Southampton explained the reason for the mass disappearance of ships in the Bermuda triangle. About it writes the Daily Star.
According to experts, the loss of ships is associated with frequent occurrence in this region the so-called “rogue waves”. These solitary giant waves up to 30 meters in height and are extremely dangerous, attacking a ship can sink it in minutes.
The first such wave was recorded in 1997. Their origin is unknown, however, their destructive power is extremely high.
Confirmed my theory specialists because created a huge model of the ship the USS Cyclops, which disappeared in the Bermuda triangle in 1918. On Board during the crash were 300 people.
Scientists have created the effect of “exploding wave” which, in their opinion, led to the collapse of the vessel .
Earlier it was reported that near Britain was discovered the sunken ship, which was carrying treasure.
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