Massive Fire Engulfs Northern Israel Landfill
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
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- 13 firefighting crews are battling a large landfill fire in Usfiya, northern Israel.
- The fire is producing intense flames and thick smoke.
- There is no current threat to nearby residents.
- Firebreaks have been created around the landfill.
- Firefighters are working to contain and extinguish the blaze.
Thirteen firefighting crews are battling a large fire at a landfill in Usfiya, northern Israel. The fire and rescue services reported intense burning, open flames, and thick smoke at the scene. Currently, there is no threat to residents in nearby areas. Firefighters have prepared contingency plans in case the situation deteriorates or the fire spreads, taking into account the expected weather conditions for the day. The Nature and Parks Authority, using engineering equipment, has created firebreaks around the landfill and established additional access routes for the firefighting units. Efforts to contain and extinguish the blaze are ongoing.
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