101 Interesting Facts About Canada ~ Fastest Tidal Surge in the World
BC is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful provinces in the country. It’s chock full of amazing natural wonders and untouched wilderness. While beautiful, these spaces can also have an extremely powerful and somewhat terrifying side that reminds us just how intense nature is. A space that reminds us of that is Tremble Island, an island that literally trembles from the force of the water that surrounds it.
This tiny island is located at the narrow entrance to Seymour Inlet which just so happens to have the fastest tidal surge in the world. This body of water is called the Nakwakto Rapids and is located near Mount Waddington. The current races past the island at speeds of 16-22 knots making it nearly inaccessible for boats. In fact, there is only a three-minute window throughout the day where a boat can safely approach the island. Crazy right?
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