Southern Road Closures Remain Due to Flooding, Some Reopened
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Israel Police reported ongoing road closures in southern Israel due to flooding, with Route 90 significantly impacted. While some roads like 507 and 508 reopened, Route 90 remains closed from Lido to Arava Junction, with limited access for Qalia residents. Route 40 is also blocked. Police continue to monitor the situation.
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- Route 90 is closed from Lido Junction to Arava Junction due to flooding.
- Limited access to Qalia Junction on Route 90 is permitted for residents.
- Routes 507 and 508 have been reopened to traffic.
- Route 234 at Tzalim Bridge and Route 40 are closed.
- Route 90 between Arava Junction and Eilat reopened yesterday.
Israel Police provided an update on road conditions in the southern region, reporting ongoing closures and some reopenings due to flooding. Route 90 remains blocked in its entirety from the Lido Junction to the Arava Junction. However, the section between Lido Junction and Qalia Junction is accessible only to residents of Qalia upon presentation of identification. Routes 507 and 508 have been reopened to traffic. Route 234 at the Tzalim Bridge is closed. Additionally, Route 40 is impassable between Mitzpe Ramon and Tze'elim Junction. Route 90 from the Arava Junction to Eilat was reopened yesterday in both directions. Police forces are continuing their searches and checks along the affected routes.
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