Sneaker wave is a popular term used to describe disproportionately large coastal waves that can often appear in a wave train without warning.
Because they are much larger than preceding waves, sneaker waves can catch unwary swimmers, washing them out to sea. It is not uncommon for people walking or standing on beaches and ocean jetties to also be washed into the sea. Even parents who have baby carriages on the ocean a hundred yards from the water's edge can find themselves waist-deep in a sneaker wave without ever having seen it coming. The term sneaker wave probably refers to a universal coastal phenomenon, but is mainly used in warnings and reports of incidents for the coasts of Northern California, Oregon and Washington in the United States.
There is no scientific evidence or coverage of the phenomenon sneaker wave — as being a distinct sort of wave with respect to height or predictability — like there is on other extreme wave events as for instance rogue waves.
Contents |
Seventh wave
In many parts of the world local lore predicts that out of a certain number of waves, one will be much larger than the rest — "every seventh wave" is one common belief that has wide circulation and has entered popular culture through music and literature.[1] These ideas have some scientific basis,[2] along with a cultural-inflicted fascination with the number 7. This saying may also serve to educate shore dwellers about the necessity of remaining vigilant when near the sea. There is no scientific evidence that these wave groups are related to sneaker waves.
Notes
- ^ Kinsman, Blair (1984). Wind waves : their generation and propagation on the ocean surface. Dover Publications. ISBN 0-486-49511-6. p. 10.
- ^ For example: Massel, Stanislaw R. (1996). Ocean surface waves: their physics and prediction. Singapore: World Scientific. ISBN 981-02-2109-6. §4.6, pp. 192–200.
External links
- National Park Service US Department of the Interior warning page
- Oregon Parks and Recreation Department warning page
- Washington State Department of Ecology warning page
- Six-year-old seriously injured by sneaker wave at Cannon Beach kgw.com, 15 April, 2007
- "Sneaker Wave" pulls boy off log, out into ocean Seattle Post-Intelligencer, 30 March, 1998
- Ocean accident claims second child in two days The Columbian, 29 March, 1998
See also
Jinwood Casual-style Krabbelschuhe Baby Turnschuhe Lauflernschuhe
http://www.kids-dynamite.de Neue Krabbelschuhe von Jinwood aus Kanada auf http://www.kids-dynamite.de Handgemachte Krabbelschuhe VON Jinwood Shoes aus Kanada sind ganz weich und flexibel! Jinwoods sind speziell an sich entwickelnde Babyfüßchen angepaßt. Die Casual Styles sitzen perfekt am Fuß und kommen dabei ganz ohne störende Gummibänder aus! Jinwood Krabbelschuhe haben eine neue innovative doppellagige Wildledersohle mit einer extra weichen Komforteinlage. Echte speichelfeste Materialien wie 100% atmungsaktives Canvas, echtes,edles Wildleder und 100% Baumwolle werden bei Jinwood Krabbelschuheh verwendet und in HANDARBEIT hergestellt. Eine Rarität an sich! Jinwood Casual Sneaker sind sogar per Hand oder Maschine waschbar und durch ihre genialen Klettverschlüsse lassen sie sich super leicht an-und aus ziehen - Ein Extra was bei Groß und Klein sehr gut ankommt! Schat vorbei! Es gibt Prozente und wir liefern sogar Portofrei! Kids-Dynamite ;)
Author: Krabbelschuh
Keywords: Kids-dynamite Krabbelschuhe Babyschuhe Lauflernschuhe Krabbelpuschen Baby Babymode Babyfashion Fashion Mode casual Canvas Canvas-sneaker sneaker Baby-Turnschuhe Baby-Sportschuhe Schuhe Sneaker Skateboard Bmx Surfer Surf Sk8 Skate Boarder Snowboard Rocker Bekleidung Kleidung Bigwave Wave Pirat Piraten X-Bones Turnschuhe Sportschuhe Skateschuhe kids kindermode kinderkleidung
Added: January 3, 2009
How to whip your kids and be Cool - Jay Wise
it's a joke i dont want any one whiping there kids ( cause of me ) lol Jay Wise Foolish things on the way
Author: jaywise
Keywords: jay wise foolish things fresh dirty jax crooks castles corp cartel star cool kid cudi mickey factz cory guns hipster rap hip hop wash heightz heights whip whipping beat beating lol funny sb dunks sneaker heads fly gucci vintage karmaloop kanye west lupe neptunes freshtunes new wave chaos tana young jeezy weezy lil wayne money
Added: December 30, 2008
High Surf Oregon Coast
Watching the high surf as it rolls into the main channel at Charleston oregon. This channel is what opens up into Coos Bay. The waves were almost even with the rocks, and many times came up and over. Many foolish people climb up on the rocks and try to dash down as a big one comes. The Oregon Coast loses people every year to them not respecting the power of the sea. Stay back if you are ever here. It is awesome to watch but do not take unnecessary risks! I have known of people who loose their dogs too. Keep them on a leash, that way if a sneaker wave comes up, you might be able to keep your dog.
Author: brendasalzano
Keywords: bay coa coos high oregon surf swells warning watching
Added: December 28, 2008
Kevin's Sneaker Collection :]
1,000 Views! Jan. 2, 2009. =] Thanks viewers! Here is my collection of sneakers... I hope everyone enjoys this video. I know theres not much heat, and the majority of my kicks are general release, but don't hate on my collection. I know it could be much better, and for 2009, I plan to upgrade my steez. :] List of my Sneakers (as seen in the video): Vandal Low [ Glow In The Dark / Navy ] Vandal Low [ Glacier Blue ] Air Max 90 Leather [ Vivid Blue ] HISIX [ Teal ] Dunk High [ Stealth / Maize ] Dunk High [ "Shrek's" ] Dunk High [ "Radiant's" ] Dunkesto Low [ "Ronaldinho's" ] Jordan Fusion 5's [ "Lifestyle's" ] Adidas Science [ Alligator / Red ] Jordan Collezione 8's [ Stealth / Red ] Jordan Colleizione 15's [ Spaceship / Vagina LMAO ] SB Dunk Low [ "Gibson's" ] Dunk High [ Gold / Black ] Blazer High [ "Cement/Elephant Print" ] SB Dunk Low [ "Babybear's" ] :] Music - "Sunset Glow" by Big Bang "Equilibrium" by Jackie Boyz
Author: vandalistix
Keywords: nike sb dunk jordan adidas sneaker head sneakerhead asian maximum tune hypebeast iphone hack sex babybear tokyo bape avant collection gosu cwalk c-walk pop lock dance wave keelo neyo jackie boyz big bang sunset glow equilibrium
Added: December 19, 2008
Krabbelschuhe Babyschuhe Lauflernschuhe- KIDS-DYNAMITE
http://www.kids-dynamite.de Neue Krabbelschuhe von Sweet Shoes aus Kalifornien auf http://www.kids-dynamite.de Handgemachte Krabbelschuhe von Sweet Shoes aus Kalifornien sind ganz weich und flexibel! Sweet Shoes sind speziell an sich entwickelnde Babyfüßchen angepaßt. Sie sitzen perfekt am Fuß und kommen dabei ganz ohne störende Gummibänder aus. Sweet Shoes haben eine neue innovative doppellagige Wildledersohle mit einer extra weichen Komforteinlage. Echte speichelfeste Materilien wie 100% atmungsaktives Canvas, echtes,edles Wildleder und 100% Baumwolle werden bei Sweet Shoes verwendet und in HANDARBEIT hergestellt. Sweet Shoes sind sogar per Hand oder Maschine waschbar und durch ihre genialen Klettverschlüsse lassen sie sich super leicht an-und aus ziehen - Ein Extra was bei Groß und Klein sehr gut ankommt! Sweet Shoes spenden einen Teil ihrer Einnahmen an Save the Children! Schat vorbei! Es gibt Prozente und wir liefern sogar Portofrei! Kids-Dynamite: Sweet Shoes Krabbelschuhe Allgemein: http://shop.strato.de/epages/61595589.sf/de_DE/?ObjectPath=/Shops/61595589/Categories/%22SWEET%20SHOES%22 Sweet Shoes Canvas Krabbelschuhe: http://shop.strato.de/epages/61595589.sf/de_DE/?ObjectPath=/Shops/61595589/Categories/%22SWEET%20SHOES%22/%22Sweet%20Shoes%20Baby%20Canvas%20Slip-ons%22 Sweet Shoes Skate und Surf Krabbelschuhe: http://shop.strato.de/epages/61595589.sf/de_DE/?ObjectPath=/Shops/61595589/Categories/%22SWEET%20SHOES%22/%22Skateboard%20surfer%20styles%22 Sweet Janes Leder Krabbelschuhe von Sweet Shoes: http://shop.strato.de/epages/61595589.sf/de_DE/?ObjectPath=/Shops/61595589/Categories/%22SWEET%20SHOES%22/Mary-Janes-Slipper-Lauflernschuhe
Author: Krabbelschuh
Keywords: Kids-dynamite Krabbelschuhe Babyschuhe Lauflernschuhe Krabbelpuschen Baby Babymode Babyfashion Fashion Mode Schuhe Sneaker Skateboard Bmx Surfer Surf Sk8 Skate Boarder Snowboard Rocker Bekleidung Kleidung Bigwave Wave Pirat Piraten X-Bones Turnschuhe Sportschuhe Skateschuhe
Added: December 19, 2008