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What is cloud seeding? Here's what it can—and can't—do to the weather
For years, scientists have experimented with engineering techniques that can safely modify rainfall. But experts say the ...
4 Facts To Know About Cloud Seeding, From A Meteorologist
All clouds need “seeds” called condensation nuclei or ice nuclei to properly develop. This could be a speck of dust, clay or ...
What is cloud seeding? Tennessee congressman backs Marjorie Taylor Greene's proposed ban after Texas floods
A Tennessee congresman is backing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's push to ban "weather modification" in the wake of devastating ...
'A lot of misinformation' | Texas Agriculture commissioner debunks weather modification claims in wake of deadly Hill Country floods
"Let's put an end to the conspiracy theories and stop blaming others," Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said in a ...
Map shows states with cloud-seeding programs in place
According to the GAO, states with active cloud seeding programs in 2024 are California, Nevada, Idaho, Utah, Wyoming, ...
Actual Weather Experts Explain What 'Weather Modification' Does, Minus The Conspiracy Theories
Marjorie Taylor Greene's announcement in the wake of the Texas floods sparked conversations around cloud seeding and more.
Deadly Texas floods met with conspiracy theories. Scientists respond.
Meteorologists are debunking conspiracy theories blaming cloud seeding for the deadly Central Texas floods over the Fourth of ...
See how the Texas floods unfolded and why Camp Mystic was in a hazardous location
Maps show how heavy rainfall and rocky terrain helped create the devastating Texas floods that have killed more than 120 people.