These so-called "rogue" or "freak" waves have been seen from cruise ships, cargo vessels, oil platforms and beaches. A possible rogue wave captured the world's attention in 2022 after it broke ...

Understanding rogue waves is crucial for maritime safety. Their unpredictable nature and destructive potential have been linked to numerous maritime disasters. Some speculate that several ships ...

Every so often though, out on the high seas, a rogue wave comes along. These abnormally large waves can strike with surprise, and are dangerous to even the largest of ships. Research is ongoing as ...

Square waves form when two wave systems collide, creating dangerous ocean patterns that threaten boats and swimmers.

a suspected rogue wave smashed into a cruise ship sailing from Antarctica to Argentina, killing one passenger. Rogue waves can also form in large bodies of fresh water, said National Geographic.

A 54-year-old man died after a “rogue wave” carried him into the ocean while he was at a tidal pool area with family in Hawaii, police said. Royden Daikawa of Hilo struggled to swim back to ...

Every so often though, out on the high seas, a rogue wave comes along. These abnormally large waves can strike with surprise, and are dangerous to even the largest of ships. Research is ongoing as ...

The rogue wave submerged bystanders at Pierpont Beach on Seaward Avenue around 11 a.m. As the waters suddenly flooded an observation area, both people and vehicles were instantly swept away.