Expert Suggests Natural Phenomenon May Explain Loch Ness Sightings
Alan McKenna, a founder of Loch Ness Exploration (LNE), has offered an alternative explanation for sightings of the legendary “Nessie.”
Over the years, numerous reports of the mysterious Loch Ness Monster have surfaced, yet definitive proof of its existence remains elusive. McKenna suggests there might be a natural reason behind many of these sightings.
He believes that a phenomenon known as a standing wave could account for reports of a large, humpbacked creature appearing in the water.
“A standing wave occurs when two boat wakes of the exact same frequency and amplitude are moving in opposite directions on the loch surface,” McKenna explained.
“When the two boat wakes finally meet and interfere with one another, the results have the potential to create a standing wave. We know that standing waves exist, and they have been reported, but what we don’t have is the footage showing a natural standing wave in motion.”
McKenna’s approach focuses on eliminating conventional explanations to better identify and investigate reports of phenomena that remain truly unexplained.
“It’s a process of elimination, in my mind, as most potential ‘Nessie’ reports can be explained,” he said.
“Without being disrespectful, I tend to follow the reports made by the locals, and the reason being is that they see Loch Ness every day. I dare say that they are more knowledgeable than tourists.”
“If you are unfamiliar with Loch Ness and its natural behavior, then I do believe that many people will be fooled by the water and certain illusions—it’s easily done,” he added.
