China uses artificial rain technology to combat drought
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China has used artificial rain technology since August to help various regions fight drought, the China Meteorological Administration (CMA) said Tuesday.
According to CMA official, Zhao Zhiqiang, Chinese aircrafts made 75 flights from August 1 to 31,which lasted 211 hours in total, to induce artificial rainfall in drought-hit areas, including Hubei, Chongqing, Henan, and Shaanxi.
Zhao said these rainmaking operations are estimated to have covered 1.45 million sq km, playing a vital role in mitigating drought and high temperatures, increasing water reserves, and stabilizing agricultural production.
These operations are also powered by cutting-edge technologies such as meteorological satellites, weather radar, and unmanned aerial vehicles, added the official.
//Petra// RZ
