UFO Mail - No 244 - 2017

Magazine Overview

Title: Skandinavisk UFO Information
Issue: 244
Date: August 29, 2017
Publisher: Danmarks UFO Forening

This issue of Skandinavisk UFO Information focuses on two main topics: recent sightings of mysterious lights over Copenhagen and an in-depth exploration of the 'electronic fog' phenomenon related to the Bermuda Triangle.

Mysterious Fireballs Over Copenhagen

The cover story details multiple reports received by Copenhagen Police on the evening of Friday, August 25, 2017, concerning mysterious lights observed in the night sky over the city. These reports were also submitted to www.ufo.dk and SUFOI's Photo Department.

Søborg Sighting (August 25, 2017)

The first report came from an observer in Gladsaxe who used an iPhone 7 to zoom in on the lights. The observer noted that three lights in the sky appeared to follow each other. The recording was made at approximately 9:24 PM.

Østerbro Sighting (August 25, 2017)

An observer from Østerbro reported seeing three large lights moving silently across the sky. The lights merged into one and then extinguished. After two minutes, two lights reappeared, merged, and then also disappeared. This event occurred around 9:25 PM.

Kastrup Sighting (August 25, 2017)

Another report from Amager described a similar phenomenon. The observer's wife first saw three white lights in a horizontal formation that shifted to a vertical one within a minute, around 9:25 PM. This had also been observed about 20-30 minutes prior in the same direction and altitude. Later, while sitting on the terrace, they observed a triangular white formation moving slowly downwards towards the horizon. About 3-5 minutes after that, two white lights were seen in the same area, also moving slowly downwards. The observers speculated it might have been fireworks but agreed it looked strange, noting they had pictures and low-quality video.

Østerbro Observer's Account (August 25, 2017)

An observer from Østerbro reported three separate observations on the evening of August 25, 2017, from their window. The sightings occurred at approximately 9:12 PM, 9:14 PM, and 9:30 PM. The observer questions the explanation provided by Ekstra Bladet, where police suggested the lights were from parachute jumpers practicing over Peblinge Sø. The first observation was of a brightly lit fireball. The second involved two fireballs following the same pattern, splitting into multiple balls that then extinguished. The observer wonders if parachute jumpers with lights could create such an effect and regrets not being able to record or photograph the first observations, offering to send pictures and videos.

Official Explanation and Media Coverage

Københavns Politi issued statements acknowledging the numerous calls about 'fireballs over the city.' They explained that these were harmless and attributed them to parachute jumpers practicing with lights for an upcoming event. Media outlets like BT and Ekstra Bladet followed up on the story, linking to articles that supported the police's explanation.

Swoop Freestyle and Video Evidence

Swoop Freestyle, an event involving parachute jumpers, was mentioned as the likely source of the lights. Michael Jeppesen of SUFOI pointed to a Facebook discussion where videos of the lights were shared, appearing to confirm they originated from parachute jumpers practicing for an event. A video still shows a parachute jumper with 'fire in their feet' during a night jump over Copenhagen, creating a similar unusual light phenomenon.

The Fog: A Theory of the Bermuda Triangle

This section delves into the phenomenon of 'electronic fog' as described by Bruce Gernon and Rob MacGregor in their book 'The Fog: A Never Before Published Theory of the Bermuda Triangle.'

Bruce Gernon's Experience (December 4, 1970)

Bruce Gernon recounts his experience while flying a Beechcraft A36 Bonanza from Andros Island. He and his co-pilot observed a lens-shaped cloud low over the sea, which transformed into a massive cumulonimbus cloud. The aircraft was enveloped by this cloud, emerging at a higher altitude. A second cloud formed near the sea surface, growing rapidly. Gernon attempted to fly around it, but the sky curved around them, forming a giant doughnut-shaped cloud. He discovered a U-shaped opening and flew into what appeared to be a horizontal tunnel, approximately 1.5 kilometers wide and over 15 kilometers long. Inside the tunnel, his instruments failed, and he experienced a strange sensation of weightlessness. The tunnel walls appeared to be closing in. After about three minutes in this 'electronic fog,' they emerged into clear sky. Gernon noted that his navigational instruments were completely out of order, and the compass spun erratically. He estimated they had traveled an unexpectedly long distance in a short time.

Electronic Fog Characteristics

Gernon describes the electronic fog as a phenomenon that can 'cling' to aircraft, often with a circular opening moving with the craft. It can appear gray-white, yellowish, or gray, and may glow at night. The fog distorts electronic equipment, causes hallucinations, and disrupts orientation. Gernon believes it is created by electromagnetic energy released from the Earth into the atmosphere.

Time and Space Distortions

Gernon reported that upon exiting the fog, he discovered they had traveled a distance that should have taken much longer, suggesting a distortion of time and space. He also noted that the fog created 'holes in time' and 'time jumps.'

'Beyond the Bermuda Triangle' Book

The article mentions a follow-up book by Gernon and MacGregor, 'Beyond the Bermuda Triangle - True Encounters with Electronic Fog, Missing Aircraft, and Time Warps' (2017). This book reportedly includes more accounts similar to Gernon's original experience, reinforcing his belief in the reality of electronic fog. The book categorizes electronic fog into five types and suggests it causes pilots to lose orientation and contributes to mysterious aircraft disappearances.

Gernon's Perspective

Gernon asserts that there isn't a single 'Bermuda Triangle' but rather multiple locations worldwide where electronic fog can occur, causing time and space jumps. He has discussed his experiences in numerous TV shows and authored two books.

Book Reviews and SUFOI Publications

The article notes that while Gernon's books are engaging and present mysterious experiences, they do not offer scientific proof, relying instead on anecdotal evidence. It also mentions a 2014 SUFOI book titled 'Bermuda Trekanten - og andre myter' (The Bermuda Triangle - and other myths), available as an e-book.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently explores unexplained aerial phenomena and related mysteries. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting witness accounts and theoretical explanations without necessarily endorsing them as definitive truths. The Copenhagen sightings are presented with the official explanation, while the electronic fog phenomenon is explored through personal testimony and theoretical frameworks, acknowledging the lack of concrete scientific proof while highlighting the intriguing nature of the accounts.