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Science, Spoken
No, Dubai’s Floods Weren’t Caused By Cloud Seeding
Apr 24, 2024
Exploring the truth behind Dubai's floods and cloud-seeding, debunking the myth of their connection. Highlighting the need for improved infrastructure and urban planning to combat changing weather patterns.
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- Cloud seeding minimally impacts rainfall in Dubai, floods result from urbanization and climate change.
- Dubai's flooding issues stem from inadequate infrastructure and require sustainable urban planning practices.
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Cloud-Seeding and Dubai Floods
Contrary to popular belief, the recent floods in Dubai were not solely caused by cloud-seeding efforts. While the UAE does engage in cloud-seeding to encourage rainfall, attributing the floods solely to this practice is misguided. The reality is more complex, with experts suggesting that cloud-seeding can only marginally increase precipitation and tends to have a localized impact, far from urban centers like Dubai. The city's lack of proper infrastructure, rapid urban expansion, and climate change effects play significant roles in its flooding issues.
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