What Causes Whirlpools in Water? Factors that Trigger Their Creation - Lake Access

A sudden whirlpool appearing in icy waters off the Netherlands coast may look mysterious, but science offers clear explanations. Such whirlpool-like formations can occur when strong tidal currents collide with uneven seabeds, sandbanks, or underwater channels. In winter, cold, dense water sinking beneath lighter layers can intensify rotation, especially during changing tides or storms. These swirling motions are usually temporary and harmless, forming and fading within minutes. This AI-generated