The rainfall was the heaviest in the UAE in 75 years.
A leading weather expert has warned of a “weather war” between countries if artificial rainfall gets out of hand. Johan Jaques, senior meteorologist at environmental technology company KISTERS, warned in a statement that using technology to change the weather could have unintended consequences. The comments come as theories that the heavy rain in Dubai was caused by artificial rainfall are circulating on the internet. The practice of using airplanes to inject chemicals into clouds was introduced in the 1940s, especially in areas with little rainfall or prolonged drought.
But some experts disagree with the cloud seeding theory, which has sparked debate in the community.
Nonetheless, Mr Jacques believes there could be diplomatic consequences and a subsequent “weather war” by allowing artificial rain to spread.
“The purpose of cloud seeding is to enhance and accelerate the precipitation process. Especially in areas where there has been no rain for a long time, such intense precipitation may cause excess infiltration flow, which may lead to flash floods,” meteorologists said in a report explain.statement, based on Weekly newspaper.
“The Dubai floods are a stark warning that when we use such technology to modify the weather, there can be unintended consequences. Furthermore, we have little control over the consequences of artificial rainfall. Where exactly does it rain effectively? Such as artificial rainfall Techniques such as rainfall that bring much-needed rainfall to one area can cause flash floods and drought in another area,” Mr Jacques further said.
There is no evidence that the rainfall in Dubai is caused by artificial rainfall. The UAE government agency overseeing the process denied any such action had taken place before the storm.
The UAE state news agency carried a statement late Wednesday from President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, saying he had ordered authorities to assess the damage and provide support to families affected by the storm.
