Why cloud seeding didn't cause the Dubai floods

The United Arab Emirates has been hit by record floods over the past 24 hours, sparking misleading speculation about cloud seeding.

Cloud seeding involves manipulating existing clouds to help produce more rain.

The technique has been around for decades, and the UAE has used it in recent years to help address water shortages.

The UAE is known for hot and dry weather, although heavy rains have become more regular in recent years.

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