Southern Israel Road Closures Updated Due to Heavy Rains and Flooding
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Israel Police have closed numerous roads in southern Israel, including routes to Eilat, due to severe flooding from heavy rains. The closures are aimed at protecting the public, with police conducting searches and monitoring conditions. All roads to and from Eilat are blocked except for travel to Ramon Airport.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel Police have closed multiple roads in southern Israel due to heavy rains and flooding.
- Key routes including Route 90 and all roads to Eilat are currently impassable.
- Closures are in effect in the Negev, Jordan Valley, and Dead Sea regions.
- Police are conducting searches for stranded individuals and vehicles.
- Travel to Eilat is restricted to departures for Ramon Airport only.
Following heavy rainfall and flooding in southern Israel, the Israel Police has updated a list of road closures affecting traffic in the Negev, Jordan Valley, and Dead Sea regions. The closures are in place to ensure public safety and prevent risks to life due to the severe weather conditions.
Police forces are operating extensively along major routes, conducting searches for hikers and vehicles in affected areas, with assistance from a police helicopter. Several key roads are impacted, including Route 90 from Lido Junction to Eilat, and specific sections around the Dead Sea like the Hotels Square, Masada Junction, Ein Gedi, and David Junction.
Other closed routes include Route 57 between Adam Junction and Be'ekot Junction in both directions, Route 25 from Tzafit Junction to Arava Junction and from Oron towards Route 206, Route 40 from Mitzpe Ramon to Tze'elim Junction, Route 13 from Menucha Junction to Tze'elim Junction, and Route 12 from Eilat to Neot Smadar Junction.
All roads leading to and from Eilat are currently blocked, with the exception of departures solely for travel to Ramon Airport. Police continue to monitor road conditions and conduct checks in areas such as Arava Junction, Sapir Junction, Mitzpe Ramon, and Tze'elim Junction, adjusting closures based on weather and road status.
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