Question

which of the following best describes conditions during el niño events in the eastern pacific ocean near the equator (i.e. near ecuador)?
choose 1 answer:
a warm ocean surface temperatures and intense coastal rainfall
b cool ocean surface temperatures and drought in the coastal regions
c cool ocean surface temperatures and intense coastal rainfall
d warm ocean surface temperatures and drought in the coastal regions

Explanation:

El Niño is characterized by warmer - than - average ocean surface temperatures in the eastern Pacific near the equator. Warmer ocean temperatures lead to increased evaporation and rising air, which causes intense coastal rainfall.

Answer:

A. warm ocean surface temperatures and intense coastal rainfall