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Ongoing Story· Day 25

Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southern Israel, Including Eilat

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HamalWeather

Israel Braces for Heavy Weekend Rains and Potential Flooding

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Hebrew · 1 newsroom

Israel is expecting a significant rainstorm over the weekend, according to the Israel Meteorological Service. Heavy rainfall is forecast to begin Thursday evening, intensify on Friday, and peak on Saturday, potentially causing flooding in coastal and central areas.

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  • Heavy weekend rains are forecast for Israel, with potential flooding.
  • Precipitation will start Thursday evening in the north.
  • The storm's peak is expected on Saturday.
  • Coastal and central regions are most at risk of flooding.
  • Dozens of millimeters of rain are expected in a few hours on Saturday.

The Israel Meteorological Service has forecast a rainy weekend across the country, with significant rainfall expected, particularly along the coastal plain. The precipitation is predicted to begin in northern Israel on Thursday evening and continue intermittently throughout Friday, with heavy downpours possible in the north and center. The peak of the storm is anticipated on Saturday, when dozens of millimeters of rain are expected to fall within a few hours. This intense rainfall could lead to flooding in cities along the central coast, the Shefela region, and as far south as the Ashkelon area.

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