One of the most well-known cases is the USS Cyclops, a US Navy cargo ship that vanished in 1918. All 306 crew members were lost. No wreckage was ever found.
Theories about the ship’s fate have included a cargo imbalance, a manganese explosion, mechanical failure, mutiny, a giant sea creature, or an attack by a German submarine. Germany later denied any involvement.
Scientists have generally leaned toward natural or mechanical causes, but no final answer has been confirmed.
Other possible explanations
Over the years, experts have suggested several other natural causes for Bermuda Triangle incidents. These include rogue waves, sudden severe storms, unusual magnetic fields, and human error.
Modern navigation tools, satellites, and better weather forecasting have reduced risks in the area. This has also contributed to fewer accidents being reported.
Mystery continues, but science narrows the gap
While the methane gas theory does not solve every case, it offers a grounded explanation that avoids supernatural claims. It also fits with known natural processes that occur in other parts of the world.
Even so, researchers agree more evidence is needed. Until then, the Bermuda Triangle remains a mix of science, history, exaggeration, and enduring mystery.