Geography · Climatology and Meteorology

Which one of the following best explains the atmospheric phenomenon known as an 'omega block', recently mentioned in the news?

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1A persistent high-pressure system flanked by low-pressure systems on either side at similar latitudes✓
2Rainfall resulting from moisture transfer due to evapotranspiration over land
3Wind circulation around a low-pressure system leading to thunderstorms
4Intense rainfall occurring over a region within a short duration due to convective activity

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A persistent high-pressure system flanked by low-pressure systems on either side at similar latitudes

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