Massive Fire Erupts in Ben Shemen Forest, 50 Firefighting Teams Deployed
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
A large fire is burning in Israel's Ben Shemen Forest, near major highways, prompting the closure of Highway 444. Twelve firefighting teams and four aircraft are battling the blaze, with 50 additional teams being dispatched from across the country. The public is advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A large fire is burning in Ben Shemen Forest, near Highways 444, 1, and 6.
- Highway 444 is closed near Ben Shemen interchange due to the fire.
- Twelve firefighting teams and four aircraft are actively fighting the blaze.
- Fire Commissioner Eyal Caspi ordered 50 additional firefighting teams to the scene.
- The public is asked to avoid the affected highways and follow instructions.
A large brush and treetop fire is raging in the Ben Shemen Forest area, near Highways 444, 1, and 6. Highway 444 near the Ben Shemen interchange has been closed in both directions as firefighting crews work to contain the blaze and prevent its westward spread. The fire began in an open area and rapidly advanced, jumping towards Highways 1 and 6.
Twelve firefighting and rescue teams are currently operating at the fire's focal points, supported by four firefighting aircraft conducting targeted aerial drops. Due to the fire's progression and the challenging conditions, Fire and Rescue Commissioner Rabbi Tapsir Eyal Caspi has ordered reinforcements from across the country. Approximately 50 additional firefighting teams from all districts are en route to the scene.
The public is urged to avoid Highway 444 and the sections of Highways 1 and 6 near the fire, to choose alternative routes, and to obey the instructions of forces on site. The fire department released images of the firefighting efforts.
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