Question

Which of the following events would mostly likely happen during an El Niño year? . A.. Coastal regions would receive more rainfall, and storms would be more severe.. B.. More earthquakes would occur along the Ring of Fire.. C.. Hurricanes would occur more frequently.. D.. Coastal regions would be drier, and the risk of drought would increase.

Answer 1

D. Coastal regions would be drier, and the risk of drought would increase.

Step-by-step explanation:

El Niño is an atmospheric-oceanic phenomenon characterized by an abnormal warming of surface waters in the Tropical Pacific Ocean. It alters the regional and global climate, changing wind patterns worldwide, thus affecting rainfall regimes in tropical and mid-latitude regions.

In relation to El Niño, the Northern coastal Regions suffers from reduced rainfall and droughts, as well as an increased risk of forest fires. Severe droughts hit the Northeast. There is no evidence of pronounced effects on rainfall in the Midwest, however, there is a trend of above average rainfall and higher temperatures in southern states.

Answer 2

The correct answer is D. Coastal regions would be drier, and the risk of drought would increase.

El Nino is a climate cycle that impacts weather patterns. It brings warm weather than the normal weather pattern in an area. It is also called the "warm phase." This means that if El Nino happens during a year, there a risk of having drought.