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Expert: Conspiracy theories hindering Hurricane Milton relief effort

Published: 11 October 2024

Conspiracy theories alleging that Hurricane Milton was geo-engineered and was directed to hit areas with a concentration of Republican voters are rife on social media platforms and there are concerns that this is hindering disaster relief efforts. Here is an expert from Â鶹AV who can provide comment on this issue:

is the Director of the Media Ecosystem Observatory and an Assistant Professor (Research) at the Max Bell School of Public Policy at Â鶹AV and is available to share his insights.

Aengus.bridgman [at] mcgill.ca (English, French)

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