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Definition of Cloud Seeding
Cloud seeding is a weather modification technique used to enhance precipitation (rain or snow) from clouds. It involves spraying substances like silver iodide, potassium iodide, or sodium chloride, or even dry ice into clouds to encourage water droplets to condense and fall as precipitation.
Purpose of Cloud Seeding
Increase rainfall in drought-affected regions
Improve water supply for agriculture and drinking
Reduce the impact of hailstorms
Disperse fog at airports

Flooding Linked to Cloud Seeding
While cloud seeding is generally controlled, excessive or unmonitored seeding can lead to intense rainfall, sometimes contributing to localized or widespread flooding. A few cases where cloud seeding allegedly or controversially contributed to flooding:
1. United Arab Emirates (UAE), 2024
Event: Heavy rainfall caused severe flooding in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Cause: UAE admitted to conducting cloud seeding missions just before the floods.
Impact: Roads submerged, airport operations disrupted, and property damage reported.
2. China, 2008 Beijing Olympics
Event: China used cloud seeding to clear skies before the Olympics.
Unintended Effect: In some nearby regions like Hebei, unexpected heavy rains and flooding occurred.
3. India (Sporadic and Alleged)
While India has experimented with cloud seeding (Maharashtra, Karnataka), no direct floods have been officially linked. However, environmentalists have raised concerns over unregulated use potentially amplifying monsoon downpours.

⚠️ Risks of Cloud Seeding
Over-seeding may cause excessive rainfall and flash floods.
Ecological imbalance if not managed correctly.
Legal and diplomatic issues if rain is diverted from one region to another.

Summary
Cloud seeding is a man-made way to produce rain, but if not properly managed, it can cause floods. Though often useful for drought relief, it must be monitored strictly to prevent unintended natural disasters.

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