The Documentary Podcast BBC Trending: Were Valencia's floods engineered weather?
Jan 8, 2025
Valencia recently faced devastating flash floods, sparking a whirlwind of conspiracy theories online. Many speculated whether the torrential rain was a result of weather manipulation through HAARP, a military-developed program. The podcast dives into how such misinformation spreads on social media during crises, highlighting a restaurant owner's misinterpretation of footage. Experts weigh in on the legitimacy of these claims and the growing risks associated with misinformation, especially as extreme weather events become more prevalent.
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Viral TikTok Video Misinterpreted
- Sylvia, a restaurant owner in Las Palmas, posted a TikTok video of an unusual ship with antennas.
- After the Valencia floods, the video went viral with claims that the ship caused the floods using HAARP.
HAARP Conspiracy Theory Spreads
- The HAARP conspiracy theory, alleging the program caused the Valencia floods, spread rapidly online.
- The theory gained traction internationally, appearing in countries like Croatia, Mexico, and the UK.
Weather Manipulation vs. HAARP
- While weather manipulation is possible to some degree (e.g., cloud seeding), HAARP is not capable of causing large-scale weather events.
- Claims of engineered natural disasters often involve HAARP, but experts dismiss such theories.