Massive Forest Fire in Ben Shemen Leads to Major Road Closures
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
A large forest fire erupted in the Ben Shemen area on October 28, spreading rapidly towards major highways including 444, 1, and 6. Highway 444 is fully closed, and Highway 6 is closed northbound. Over 60 firefighting crews and aerial units are battling the blaze, with authorities urging drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A large forest fire in Ben Shemen has led to the closure of major Israeli highways.
- Highway 444 is completely closed in both directions near the Ben Shemen interchange.
- Highway 6 is closed northbound due to the approaching flames.
- Over 60 firefighting crews and aerial units are engaged in combating the blaze.
- Drivers are urged to avoid the area and follow police directions.
A large forest fire broke out on October 28 in the Ben Shemen area, engulfing significant amounts of brush and tree canopies. The fire rapidly spread towards key transportation arteries, including Highway 444, Highway 1, and Highway 6, according to the Israel Fire and Rescue Services press office. Highway 444 has been completely closed in both directions near the Ben Shemen interchange due to the threat to road safety. Additionally, traffic on Highway 6 northbound has been halted as the fire approaches. Drivers are strongly advised to avoid the area, plan alternative routes, and follow police instructions at the closures.
Significant forces have been deployed to the scene, with 12 fire and rescue crews currently battling the blaze and focusing on containing its spread. Given the difficult terrain and the risk of further propagation, Chief Caspi has ordered the mobilization of additional resources from across the country, with approximately 50 more crews en route from various districts. Firefighting aircraft are also actively involved, with four specialized planes making regular sorties to drop water and fire retardants on the flames in inaccessible forest areas.
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