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Wildfire Forces Highway Closures, Evacuation of 400 Hikers in Central Israel
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A wildfire broke out Wednesday afternoon near the Ben Shemen interchange in central Israel, leading to the closure of major highways and the evacuation of around 400 hikers. Twelve firefighting crews and six aircraft initially responded, with Fire Commissioner Eyal Caspi later ordering a nationwide mobilization of approximately 50 additional crews. Strong winds are fueling the blaze as it spreads through the Ben Shemen Forest.
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- Central Israel wildfire led to highway closures and evacuation of 400 hikers.
- Highways 6 and 444 were closed Wednesday afternoon due to the brush fire.
- Fire Commissioner Eyal Caspi ordered a nationwide mobilization of 50 additional firefighting crews.
- Strong winds are fanning the flames as the fire spreads through Ben Shemen Forest.
- The elite Lahava rescue unit is assisting in hiker evacuations.
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