In an effort to alleviate extreme temperatures, Chongqing authorities deployed cloud-seeding missiles to generate rain, resulting in an unexpected windstorm that scattered residents' laundry.
The bizarre episode, dubbed the 9/2 Chongqing underwear crisis, became a social media sensation as videos of flying underwear flooded Douyin and Weibo, captivating millions.
While the authorities insisted there was no link between the cloud seeding and the storm, the sudden weather phenomenon prompted widespread amusement and bewilderment among the city's residents.
The incident inspired a flood of commentary on Weibo, illustrating the humorous side and common frustrations of the Chongqing residents amidst their ongoing drought challenges.
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