Scientists announce largest comparative rogue wave ever detected

Published February 12, 2022 4:33pm ET



Researchers detected the largest rogue wave ever in terms of proportionality, with a height of 58 feet that measured out to three times that of surrounding waves.

The giant was first detected in November 2020 by a buoy 4.3 miles off the coast of Vancouver Island in Canada. Scientists released the study in February, confirming it to be the largest of its kind ever seen.

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