The weather in Ecuador near the coast is often times very nice. In fact the temperature on average is around 77 degrees. But the region is still quite vulnerable to extreme weather especially because it is a coastal region. El Nino events take place quite often and these can lead to other hazards such as floods and landslides which can cause devastating damage. Because of environmental and socioeconomic challenges the country faces, climate change is also of concern because it can cause various different weather patterns. These patterns can lead to events such as droughts, floods, and intense rain fall, creating serious problems for agriculture and keeping crops maintained. There are quite a few studies that show the temperature in Ecuador is likely to increase over time due to climate change, especially because it's location is near the equator. Higher temperatures create a problem for the region because soil in most areas will be much drier, making it even more difficult for farmers to keep up their crops. Recently, Central America (including Ecuador) was hit with one of the worst droughts in its recorded history. The government had to invest more than $1.1 billion to protect citizens from weather-related disasters. Many leaders have made a point that these rapid weather changes must be discussed globally because a weather change in one region means a weather change in another, scary! It is important that authorities come together and have a serious discussion on what preventative matters to take. The time to do this is now.
References:
http://latinamericacurrentevents.com/climate-change-in-ecuador-expected-extreme-weather-events/23685/
https://www.un.org/press/en/2016/ga11851.doc.htm
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