Cloud Seeding in Alaska Sparks Debate | Anchorage News

A California startup, Rainmaker, sparked controversy after secretly deploying a drone to seed clouds near Homer, Alaska, allegedly generating 19 million gallons of rain — but without notifying locals or officials. While the company sees it as a breakthrough for drought-prone areas and ski resorts, critics demand transparency and clearer regulations. Alaska’s state agency says drones can operate without permits on public land, but residents are calling for community involvement and oversight. Rainmaker says they’re open to dialogue — including town halls — though they won’t return this summer. The episode ignites a national debate: should we be modifying weather — and who gets to decide?

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