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In a bold move that’s blowing everyone away, North Carolina has officially announced its latest state-of-the-art project: a gigantic, state-funded fan situated along the coast, aimed at blowing hurricanes back to sea. The initiative, dubbed “Operation Wind-Back,” has already stirred up a storm of reactions across the state and beyond.
The colossal fan, standing at an impressive 300 feet tall, is equipped with the latest in wind-reversal technology. “It’s simple, really,” explains project lead Dr. Gale Force. “When a hurricane approaches, we just turn this big boy on, and whoosh – back to the ocean it goes.”
Residents have mixed feelings about the project. Local surfer, Bodhi Waves, is stoked about the idea. “Dude, think about the epic winds for surfing,” he exclaimed, waxing his board in anticipation. Meanwhile, birdwatcher Mavis Tweeters is concerned about migrating birds getting caught in the ‘fanfare.’ “I just hope they don’t turn it on during the peak migration season,” she fretted, binoculars in hand.