Fire Closes Route 3 Between Kiryat Malakhi and Ashkelon

A fire broke out along Route 3 near the Shapira Center, between Kiryat Malakhi and Ashkelon, leading to the road's closure in both directions. Israel National Roads Company reported the blockage due to the roadside blaze. Firefighters from Ashdod and Kiryat Malakhi stations are actively working to contain the fire and prevent its spread.