Fata Morgana: A Possibly Titanic Mirage . ... The optical phenomenon called Fata Morgana can make strange shapes or a false wall of water appear above a watery horizon. ... A conceptually comparable mirage can make a setting Sun appear strangely distorted or a distant pavement appear wet . One hundred years ago today, such a Fata Morgana mirage might have obscured real icebergs from the clear view of crew onboard the Titanic . ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . ...