Southern Floods Keep Highway 90 Closed; Other Roads Reopen
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Severe flooding in southern Israel has led to the closure of Highway 90 between Lido Junction and Arava Junction, along with sections of Highways 40 and 234. Highways 507 and 508 have been reopened. Police and rescue teams handled numerous incidents on Tuesday and are warning the public against crossing flooded areas and streams.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Highway 90 is closed in southern Israel due to flooding.
- Roads 40 and 234 are also closed, while 507 and 508 have reopened.
- Dozens of rescue operations were conducted on Tuesday in the Negev and Arava.
- Police warn against crossing flooded roads and streams.
- Access to parts of Highway 90 is restricted to local residents.
Following severe flooding in southern Israel, Highway 90 remains closed between the Lido Junction and Arava Junction. Additional road closures are in effect on Highways 40 and 234. Meanwhile, Highways 507 and 508 have been reopened to traffic.
On Tuesday, police and rescue forces responded to dozens of rescue incidents across the Negev and Arava regions due to the heavy rainfall and stormy weather. The Southern District Police, along with traffic police and volunteer rescue units, were involved in these operations.
The police are urging the public to avoid flooded roads and streams, emphasizing that crossing flowing streams or flooded roads, even with seemingly weak water flow, is prohibited. They also advise against entering wadis and hiking trails prone to flash floods, especially with off-road vehicles.
Authorities are conducting ongoing situation assessments to ensure the safe reopening of roads while prioritizing public safety. While Highway 90 is closed in the affected sections, the stretch between Arava Junction and Eilat was reopened Tuesday. Access between Lido Junction and Kalya will be restricted to local residents with ID verification.
