Dory Rips facts for kids
The Dory Rips is a special area in the Bay of Fundy, near Cape d'Or in Nova Scotia, Canada. Here, the ocean water becomes very rough and choppy due to powerful tides.
This amazing natural event happens at the entrance to the Minas Basin. The Minas Basin is famous for having the highest tides in the entire world!
The Dory Rips are not just a simple rip current. Instead, they are caused by three strong tidal currents crashing into each other. An underwater reef makes the water even more violent by forcing it upwards. One powerful incoming current actually loops back and hits itself. At the same time, another current, flowing in a half-circle around Advocate Bay, smashes into this collision point at a right angle. This creates the incredible turbulence known as the Dory Rips.
Why are the Dory Rips Dangerous?
Because the Dory Rips are so powerful and dangerous for boats, special warnings were put in place. In 1875, a loud foghorn was placed at Cape d'Or to warn sailors when it was foggy. Later, in 1922, a lighthouse was built there. This lighthouse is still working today, helping ships stay safe by guiding them away from the Dory Rips.
