Which one among the following statements regarding Chinook winds is not correct?

  • They rise from the Pacific Ocean
  • After crossing the Rockies, they descend to the east of the mountains
  • They bring rainfall in the Prairies
  • These winds are beneficial to wheat cultivation
  • Explanation:

    Chinook winds melt the snow which protects the wheat plants during winter and hence are considered harmful to wheat cultivation.

Which one among the following statements regarding Chinook winds is not correct?
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