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A tech company secretly tested cloud-seeding with drones near Homer, Alaska, sparking outrage and confusion among locals who say they were never properly informed — despite the company claiming compliance with state rules. With no clear legal framework for weather modification in Alaska, the borough is now drafting its own regulations, demanding transparency, safety protocols, and public notice before any future atmospheric interventions. The company’s CEO admits miscommunication but stands by the technology as essential for tackling water scarcity and wildfires. A public vote looms next month, setting the stage for a pivotal debate on who controls the skies — and what happens when we start tinkering with nature’s weather.

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https://www.ktoo.org/2026/09/18/after-cloud-seeding-near-homer-borough-assembly-seeks-regulations/

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