Where are the most dangerous giant waves in the world, how many meters high are they?

Where are the most dangerous giant waves in the world , how many meters high are they?

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 9:34 PM (GMT+7)

Due to its special geographical conditions, the Drake Passage has waves equivalent to the height of an 8-story building, nearly 30 meters high, posing a danger to passing ships.

The Drake Passage is known as one of the most dangerous sea crossings on the planet.

This infamous body of water lies between South America's Cape Horn and Antarctica's South Shetland Islands.

Powerful currents, icy water, high winds and huge waves have given the road a reputation as one of the most dangerous in the world.

About 800 km wide and 1,000 km long, the Drake Passage is the shortest distance from the Antarctic continent to any other landmass.

The route is named after the 16th-century English explorer Sir Francis Drake, who is famous for circumnavigating the world from 1577 to 1580.

Some of the world's most powerful ocean currents flow through the Drake Passage, encountering no obstructions.

Strong winds blow freely over thousands of kilometers, causing fierce storms and giant waves, up to 25 meters high, equivalent to the height of an eight-story building.

Today, countless people have made the adventurous journey through the Drake Passage, mostly traveling to Antarctica on large, modern ships.

PV (According to ANTĐ)

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