Cloud seeding involves injecting a mineral, such as silver iodide or salt, into clouds to encourage precipitation by creating heavier ice particles. Recent severe flooding in central Texas has led to public blame towards cloud seeding, particularly targeting a startup called Rainmaker, which has faced threats. Misinformation surrounding cloud seeding has led to increased scrutiny and backlash against practices aimed at enhancing rainfall. Past events, including hurricanes and extreme rainfall incidents, have similarly sparked public concern and misguided accusations about the effects of cloud seeding.
Cloud seeding is an attempt to make precipitation fall from clouds by injecting a mineral similar to ice, allowing small water droplets to freeze and fall as heavier ice particles.
After horrific flash floods in Texas, a surge of social media posts blamed cloud seeding, naming a startup called Rainmaker which faced violent threats and attacks as a result.
Death threats have been directed towards Rainmaker, prompting the CEO to ensure security at facilities due to the emerging threats linked to misinformation about cloud seeding.
The backlash against cloud seeding has intensified, particularly after deadly floods, with public fear and misinformation spreading rapidly via social media.
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