Southern Israel Roads Closed Due to Flooding; Eilat Access Cut Off
Translated & summarized from Alarab by baba
Israeli police have shut down multiple main roads in southern Israel due to flooding caused by adverse weather. All routes to and from the resort city of Eilat are blocked, with the exception of travel to Ramon Airport. The closures were implemented on October 27, 2026, to ensure public safety.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Police closed major roads in southern Israel due to flooding from severe weather.
- All roads leading to and from Eilat are blocked.
- Exceptions allow travel from Eilat to Ramon Airport.
- Highway 90, 25, 40, 13, and 12 are among the closed routes.
- The closures were enacted on October 27, 2026.
Israeli police have closed several major roads in the southern region of the country due to severe weather conditions and resulting floods. The closures affect key routes including Highway 90 from Zohar Junction to Eilat, Highway 25 between Devir and Oran junctions, Highway 40 from Mitzpe Ramon to Ketura Junction, Highway 13 between Menuha and Tze'elim junctions, and Highway 12 from Eilat to Neot Smadar Junction.
Authorities confirmed that all roads leading to and from the city of Eilat are now closed. The only exception is for vehicles exiting Eilat to reach Ramon Airport. The police action aims to prevent accidents and ensure public safety amidst the hazardous conditions.
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