As cloud-seeding row intensifies after Dubai’s record rainfall, scientists warn ‘weather wars’ may be a real threat in future

A man stands next to a car partially submerged by flood water following heavy rainfall in Dubai. Photo: Reuters

William Mata
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A leading weather expert has warned that “weather wars” between nations could become a reality after the United Arab Emirates shared concerns of Dubai’s rainfall being manipulated.

The Gulf city recorded more than 14cm of rainfall on Tuesday, a new high in 65 years of recording, which forced flight cancellations and school closures, and also affected thousands of tourists.