(Newswire.net — March 16, 2016) —Scientists have discovered giant underwater craters that are 150 feet deep and up to half a mile wide at the bottom of the Barents Sea, off the coast of Norway.
They believe that the craters are formed by the deposition of methane along the coast of Norway, which is rich in natural gas.
This discovery may be a possible explanation for the disappearance of ships and aircrafts within the Bermuda Triangle.
Scientists have explained that methane leaks from natural gas deposits deep below the surface can create a cavity, which then explodes.
According to researchers at the Arctic University of Norway, there are several giant craters in the western and middle zone of the Barents Sea, which most likely cause huge gas explosions. These craters are probably the biggest focus of methane release in shallow waters in the Arctic.
Experts explain that the explosions open craters, and can become a risk to ships in the Barents Sea. The same principle could explain the loss of ships and planes in the controversial Bermuda Triangle.
The Bermuda Triangle, also known as the Devil’s Triangle, is located between Miami, Florida, Bermuda and Puerto Rico.
This part the ocean is known for the mysterious disappearance of ships and airplanes.
Scientists now hope that the craters are the key to explaining the bewildering phenomenon.
Russian scientist Igor Yeltsov had also explored this possibility last year. He said that the Bermuda Triangle is a consequence of gas hydrates reactions. Yeltsov explained it happens in an avalanche-like way, like a nuclear reaction, and produces huge amounts of gas.
Experts will analyse the new discovery at the annual meeting of the European Geosciences Union next month. The main question is whether these kind of craters and gas explosions could place ships in danger.