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Ongoing Story· Day 3

Israel Braces for Rain and Flooding on Election Day

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JDNWeather

Winter Storm Expected on Election Day, Potentially Affecting Voter Turnout

Translated & summarized from JDN by baba

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Hebrew · 1 newsroom

Israel is expecting a significant weather shift with a winter storm arriving on election day, potentially impacting voter turnout. Localized rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Monday and Tuesday, expanding nationwide on Wednesday with cooler temperatures and stronger winds. The stormy conditions are expected to persist through Friday, raising concerns about voter participation.

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  • A winter storm is forecast to hit Israel on election day, potentially affecting voter turnout.
  • Localized rain and thunderstorms are expected Monday and Tuesday, with heavier rain on election day.
  • Temperatures will drop significantly starting Wednesday, with widespread rain and strong winds.
  • The stormy weather is predicted to continue through Friday.
  • Flash flood warnings have been issued for riverbeds in the south and east.

Israel is bracing for a significant shift in weather conditions over the coming days, with a winter storm system set to arrive, potentially impacting voter turnout on election day. For Monday and Tuesday, temperatures will remain higher than average for the season, accompanied by high and medium cloud cover. However, starting Monday afternoon, localized rain and isolated thunderstorms are expected in the south and east of the country, with a warning issued for flash floods in riverbeds.

On Tuesday, election day, the rainfall is expected to expand. The south and east will see showers with thunderstorms and hail, while localized rain may occur in the north and center from the afternoon. A noticeable change will begin on Wednesday, with temperatures dropping below seasonal averages. Rain is forecast to spread across most of the country, accompanied by thunderstorms and strengthening winds.

This cool and rainy system, with strong winds in the north and center, is predicted to continue through Thursday and Friday. The stormy weather raises concerns about its potential effect on the percentage of Israelis who will head to the polls.

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