Surfing, swimming, or just chilling by the ocean? The sea (or ocean) may look really fun from the beach but waves They are certainly a difficult force to deal with. There have been several cases of travelers being washed away from rocky areas near the beach or sea. If you’re headed to a seaside destination this year, and want to get a taste of the ocean, here are some different types of waves you should try.

evil waves

Think of a wave as tall as a five-story building falling out of nowhere. Rogue waves are unexpected waves that can appear in otherwise calm waters. These waves, which are often blamed for shipwrecks, can strike with zero warning and disappear just as quickly. Although these may not be easily detected, if you are in the deep sea and see unstable, irregular patterns, be on high alert.

tsunami waves

Tsunamis are generated by underwater earthquakes, landslides or volcanic eruptions. Although they start out as microscopic waves in the open ocean, as they get closer to land they can turn into massive, destructive waves. To detect this, notice if the water suddenly moves far away from the shoreline.

the edge breaks

Shore breaks are waves that hit the shoreline directly, packing a deceptive amount of power. Jumping into them may seem fun, but they can knock you down, causing injuries like broken bones or even spinal cord damage. Look for waves that rise fast and break loudly on the sand.

rip currents

Possibly most dangerous, especially for beachgoers, these fast-moving channels of water pull you away from shore very quickly. They are not technically waves, but they are often found along them, and they can be deadly to unsuspecting swimmers. Swimmers who get caught in a strong current and have no swimming skills often panic or are not able to swim directly against the flow of water. In fact, in the US, rip currents are one of the leading causes of drowning deaths at the beach.

Mavericks

Big wave surfers chase these giants, but to the untrained eye, they are a disaster waiting to happen. Found off the coast of Northern California, mavericks can reach heights of 60 feet or more, driven by deep-water waves and shallow reefs.

tidal hole

Tidal bores occur when ocean tides rise in narrow rivers or estuaries, creating a wave that flows upstream of the river. Although they are rare, they can be powerful enough to capsize small boats and overwhelm swimmers.

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