Channel 13 Tweet Alleging Arson Tools as Firefighting Gear Removed After Public Pressure
A tweet by Israel's Channel 13, which falsely claimed that firefighting equipment was being used to start fires, has been removed following public outcry and reports from followers. The original tweet, which has since been deleted, reportedly showed images of blowers and rubber bats, presenting them as tools for arson.
However, the article clarifies that these items are standard firefighting equipment used to combat fires, not to ignite them. It provides an example from the Benjamin region last summer, where similar tools were employed for fire suppression. The article credits the removal of the tweet to the vigilance and reporting of its readers and followers, expressing gratitude for their actions.
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