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Ongoing Story· Day 2

Israel Braces for Rain and Flooding on Election Day

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Israel Election Day Forecast Warns of Rain and Flash Floods

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Hebrew · 1 newsroom

Israel's Meteorological Service is warning of rain and flash floods on election day, Tuesday, particularly in the southern Negev and Arava regions. Heavy rainfall is expected to begin Tuesday afternoon, with potential flooding in southern streams. While rain is also forecast for central and northern areas, significant flooding is not anticipated there. A more intense winter rain system is expected to arrive after election day.

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  • Israel's Meteorological Service warns of rain and flash floods on election day.
  • Heavy rain is forecast for the Negev, Arava, and Dead Sea regions starting Tuesday afternoon.
  • There is a significant risk of flash floods in southern streams, prompting public caution.
  • Rain is also expected in central and northern Israel, but without major flooding.
  • A more intense winter rain system is predicted to arrive after election day.

The Israel Meteorological Service issued a special announcement on Friday, warning that weather conditions could impact voter turnout on the upcoming election day, Tuesday. The service forecasts heavy rain and potential flash floods in the Negev, Arava, and Dead Sea regions starting Tuesday afternoon. Residents are urged to exercise caution and stay away from dry riverbeds due to the risk of flooding in southern streams. Rain is also expected in central and northern Israel, though significant flooding is not anticipated in these areas. The weather system is projected to intensify after the polls close, with a more substantial, winter-like rain event expected to arrive immediately following election day. The public is advised to stay updated on forecasts in the coming days.

SrugimRight · Jerusalem

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