Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:56pm on 17 Apr 2024,Wednesday International
The National Center of Meteorology refutes claims of cloud seeding preceding heavy storms in the UAE, including the recent deluge in Dubai. Deputy Director General Omar AlYazeedi asserts no seeding operations occurred during the event, emphasizing the need to target clouds before rainfall. With rainfall hitting record levels, the NCM attributes the storm to natural causes. Cloud seeding has long been part of the UAE's water management strategy, but safety remains paramount, and operations are avoided during extreme weather. The country faces increasing precipitation due to climate change, prompting warnings from authorities and a call for adherence to safety measures.
