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What is the name of a powerful current conflicting tides around the Shetland and Orkney islands?
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These powerful currents are known localy as "races" or "roosts," according to who you ask.
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What is the powerful current caused by conflicting tides around the shetland the orkney islands?
The Roost
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What is the powerful current caused by conflicting tides around the shetland the orkney islands?
The Roost
What is the name of a powerful current caused by conflicting tides around the Shetland and Orkney islands?
The strong tidal current around the Shetland and Orkney Islands are called 'races' or 'roosts', a local dialect name from the 'Norn'. They can reach a speed of over 4 knots and be dangerous to small craft
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Are the shetland island legally owned by Scotland?
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