Southern Israel Roads Remain Closed Amid Flooding, Police Provide Updates
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Police reported on Wednesday that several roads in southern Israel remain closed due to severe flooding, with Route 90 between Lido Junction and Arava Junction being a key closure. While some roads have reopened, police are actively managing traffic and conducting rescue operations. Authorities are urging the public to avoid flooded areas and adhere to safety instructions, with ongoing assessments to reopen routes safely.
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- Route 90 in southern Israel remains closed between Lido Junction and Arava Junction due to flooding.
- Police are actively managing traffic and conducting rescue operations in flooded areas of southern Israel.
- Several other roads have been reopened, but specific sections like Tzalim Bridge remain blocked.
- Authorities are urging the public to avoid flooded areas and adhere to safety instructions.
- Police continue to assess the situation for the safe reopening of affected roads.
Police issued an update on Wednesday morning regarding road conditions in southern Israel following severe flooding. Route 90 remains closed to traffic between the Lido Junction and Arava Junction. However, other roads have been reopened, including Route 507 and Route 508. The Arava section of Route 90, from Arava Junction to Eilat, was reopened Tuesday night in both directions.
Police forces from the Southern District, Bak'a station, and national traffic police are actively working along traffic routes in the south, the Jordan Valley, and the Dead Sea area. On Tuesday, police officers and volunteer rescue units responded to dozens of rescue incidents across the Negev and Arava regions. Ongoing situation assessments are being conducted in the Southern District to ensure the safe reopening of roads while prioritizing public safety.
Specific road closures include Route 234 at the Tzalim Bridge and Route 40 between Mitzpe Ramon and Tze'elim Junction. Access to Kalia is restricted to residents only on Route 90 between Lido Junction and Kalia Junction, requiring ID verification.
Israel Police urges the public to drive responsibly and adhere to safety guidelines, advising against approaching blocked roads or flooded areas. Crossing flowing streams or flooded roads, even with weak currents, is prohibited, as is entering wadis or hiking trails prone to flash floods. Drivers are reminded to adjust speed to road conditions, maintain distance, and follow police instructions. The public is urged to call emergency services at 100 for any life-threatening situations. Police will continue to monitor the situation and update the public on traffic arrangements.
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