Underwater Volcanoes and Sunken Ship Unearthed off Sicily
Scientists conducting an expedition in the Mediterranean Sea have discovered three large underwater volcanoes and the wreckage of a sunken ship measuring over 300 feet in length. Using sonar techniques, magnetometers, and high-resolution seismic techniques, the researchers were able to identify the previously unknown volcanoes off the southern coast of Sicily. The volcanoes are part of a series of volcanic cones discovered in 2019. The team also collected rock samples for analysis to understand the age and characteristics of the volcanoes. The research has also revealed errors in existing bathymetric maps of the region, emphasizing the importance of high-resolution mapping for navigation safety, cable laying, risk assessment, coastal evolution analysis, and marine ecosystem protection.