Which factor contributed most to the flooding in new orleans during hurricane Katrina?
A The city's low elevation
b the location of the surrounding barrier islands
c the presence of offshore oil rigs
d the buildup of silt in the Mississippi
1 answer
A) The city's low elevation contributed the most to the flooding in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. The majority of the city is situated below sea level and is protected by levees that were not strong enough to withstand the force of the hurricane. Additionally, the city's unique geography, with its location near the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, made it susceptible to storm surges and heavy rainfall.