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Strange lights, unexplained objects, and mysterious movements beneath the waves have been appearing off U.S. coastlines in numbers that are leaving both scientists and UFO enthusiasts stunned. A recent report by UFO-tracking app Enigma reveals that thousands of sightings of Unidentified Submersible Objects (USOs) have been logged near rivers, lakes, and oceans, suggesting that unexplained phenomena are not confined to the skies. Some of these objects reportedly rise from the depths or plunge into the water without leaving a splash, defying conventional physics. Newsweek has reached out to the Department of Defense for comment. A screengrab of a leaked U.S. Navy video released by the filmmaker Jeremy Corbell shows a UFO that was captured by an American fighter jet in 2019. Why It Matters The sheer volume and consistency of these reports challenge traditional explanations for UFOs. While aerial sightings have long been treated skeptically, the underwater dimension adds a new layer of complexity. If verified, USOs could represent either highly advanced technology or an entirely unknown phenomenon, raising urgent questions about national security, scientific inquiry, and humanity’s understanding of the natural world. What to Know Enigma, billed as the “largest queryable historical sighting database for global UFO sightings,” has recorded over 30,000 reports since its launch in late 2022. While most detail aerial phenomena, the recent report highlights more than 9,000 USO sightings within 10 miles of U.S. shorelines or major bodies of water. Of these, 500 were reported within five miles of the coast, and over 150 involve objects hovering above or entering the water, sometimes accompanied by strange lights or unexplained movements. Activity Hotsports California and Florida top the list of reported sightings, with 389 and 306 incidents, respectively. These states’ extensive coastlines may explain part of the clustering, but the types of objects described—ranging from glowing orbs to submerged shapes that move at high speed—suggest something far more unusual. Enigma has also released maps showing sightings as clusters of orange dots along the East and West coasts, highlighting a pattern that is both widespread and persistent. Map of Unidentified Submerged Objects (USOs) reports on the U.S. East Coast. Unexplained Evidence Some reports include phone-camera footage capturing green lights traveling beneath the ocean surface, leaving viewers questioning whether these are natural anomalies, secret military experiments, or something else entirely. Such evidence, while limited, adds a tangible element to reports that are often dismissed as fantasy or misidentification. Experts Urge Caution UFO sightings are often dismissed as the stuff of science fiction, yet some experts warn that ignoring them could have real-world consequences. Retired Navy Rear Admiral Tim Gallaudet said objects capable of moving seamlessly between air and water could carry “world-changing” ramifications. In a March 2024 report, he added: “The fact that unidentified objects with unexplainable characteristics are entering US water space and the DOD is not raising a giant red flag is a sign that the government is not sharing all it knows about all-domain anomalous phenomena.” What Happens Next Interest in USOs is growing as databases like Enigma collect and visualize reports, prompting scientists and defense experts to take a closer look. The goal is to determine whether these sightings are natural phenomena, secret technology, or evidence of something entirely unknown. With hundreds of new sightings logged annually near U.S. waters, this undersea mystery shows no signs of slowing, and the world watches with a mixture of skepticism and awe.
