The Punjab government on Saturday successfully conducted a test for artificial rain via cloud-seeding over a limited area in Lahore to curb smog, revealed caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi.
Artificial rain, also known as cloud seeding, is a weather modification technique that aims to stimulate precipitation. This is done by introducing different substances into clouds that further promote the formation of raindrops.
Addressing the media, Naqvi said that the artificial rain experiment was made with the assistance of the UAE.
“Around 10 percent of Lahore areas have received rainfall today due to cloud seeding experiment,” he said, adding that at least 48 flares were deployed for cloud seeding.
He further highlighted that the monitoring and attentiveness started as early as 9:00 in the morning, emphasizing an ongoing commitment to the success of the artificial rain initiative.
Naqvi also thanked the Environment Department and UAE team for their help in the process.
What is artificial rain?
Artificial rain is a weather modification technique used to induce showers by introducing various substances into clouds that serve as cloud condensation or ice nuclei, which encourage the formation and growth of precipitation particles.
The most common substances used for cloud seeding include silver iodide, potassium iodide, and liquid propane.
