In response to the recent floods in Dubai, Nigerians took to social media to share their reactions and speculations. While some users expressed surprise at the occurrence of floods in a desert region like Dubai, others suggested that the weather may have been manipulated through cloud seeding, a process used to induce rainfall.
Amidst the flood footage circulating online, concerns were raised about the infrastructure's readiness to handle such heavy rainfall, with calls for the construction of water reservoirs to mitigate future flooding.
Additionally, there were humorous remarks about the addition of dramatic sound effects to some of the video footage, with users jokingly suggesting that someone may have "pushed the wrong button." Despite the lighthearted comments, the situation prompted discussions about the need for improved urban planning and disaster preparedness measures in regions prone to extreme weather events.
