Methane flares (IMAGE) UiT The Arctic University of Norway Caption Methane release can be seen as flares rising from the ocean floor. But the release is not always visible using the usual methods. Screenshot from data visualization by Andreia Plaza Faverola. Credit Andreia Plaza Faverola Usage Restrictions CC BY License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.