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  2. List of rogue waves - Wikipedia

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    This list of rogue waves compiles incidents of known and likely rogue waves – also known as freak waves, monster waves, killer waves, and extreme waves. These are dangerous and rare ocean surface waves that unexpectedly reach at least twice the height of the tallest waves around them, and are often described by witnesses as "walls of water". [1]

  3. Rogue wave - Wikipedia

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    Rogue waves (also known as freak waves or killer waves) are large and unpredictable surface waves that can be extremely dangerous to ships and isolated structures such as lighthouses. [1] They are distinct from tsunamis , which are long wavelength waves, often almost unnoticeable in deep waters and are caused by the displacement of water due to ...

  4. Thalassophobia - Wikipedia

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    Many things can trigger thalassophobia, such as coming in contact with or thinking about the ocean, lakes, boats, swimming, scuba diving, submarines, sea creatures, or photographs and movies about anything stated. [16] Others may not be afraid of what is inside but may be afraid of the emptiness of the ocean.

  5. Stunned beachgoers watch ‘world’s most dangerous ... - AOL

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    The campground’s host, Nikita McDowell, filmed the cassowary’s “unexpected ocean swim,” officials said. Video footage shared on Facebook by 9 News shows the large bird bobbing along the waves.

  6. Columbia Bar - Wikipedia

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    The waves are partially caused by the deposition of sediment as the river slows, as well as mixing with ocean waves. The waves, wind, and current are hazardous for vessels of all sizes. The Columbia current varies from 4 to 7 knots (7.4 to 13.0 km/h ) westward, and therefore into the predominantly westerly winds and ocean swells, creating ...

  7. Pirate ship (ride) - Wikipedia

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    Black Buccaneer at Chessington World of Adventures.Riders at the apex of each swing are typically suspended at around 60 feet (18 metres) above the ground. A pirate ship is a type of amusement ride based on pirate ships, consisting of an open, seated gondola (usually in the style of a pirate ship) which swings back and forth, subjecting the rider to various levels of angular momentum.

  8. Kite surfer shocked when ocean creature leaps from waves ...

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    As the surfer passes the flying ray, the end of its long tail gets dangerously close. Then it lands back in the water, and the surfer and the ray both go on to enjoy the ocean.

  9. What do you think are the most dangerous streets in Ocean ...

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    Ocean County wants you to identify the most dangerous streets on an online interactive map. You can anonymously place pins, draw lines and write comments about why certain roads or intersections ...