Severe Storm System to Bring Heavy Rains and Flood Risk to Israel This Weekend
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
A severe storm system is forecast to hit Israel from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon, bringing heavy rainfall and a significant risk of urban flooding and flash floods. Emergency services have been put on high alert, with increased staffing and deployment. Authorities are urging the public to exercise extreme caution, avoid flooded areas, and follow official guidance.
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- A severe storm system is expected to bring heavy rains to Israel from Friday to Sunday.
- Unusually heavy rainfall, potentially over 100mm, is forecast, raising flood risks.
- Emergency and rescue services are on high alert across the country.
- Urban flooding and flash floods are a significant concern in multiple regions.
- Authorities are urging the public to exercise extreme caution and avoid flooded areas.
Israel is bracing for a significant storm system expected to arrive early Friday morning, November 6th, and last through Sunday afternoon, November 8th. The Israel Meteorological Service forecasts unusually heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 100mm in many areas, raising serious concerns about urban flooding and flash floods in streams.
Emergency and rescue services nationwide have been placed on high alert. The Fire and Rescue Services have increased staffing at their control centers and deployed units across the country for rapid response to potential rescue and flooding incidents. Israeli police will be stationed on major roads and in vulnerable areas to assist the public, manage traffic, and ensure driver safety, with ongoing updates on road closures and disruptions.
Heavy rains are anticipated on Friday, particularly in the central region, including the Sharon, Gush Dan, Shfela, Lachish, and southern coastal areas, with a high risk of localized flooding. By Friday afternoon and into the night, the storm may extend to the Dead Sea region, northern Negev, and northern Arava. Localized flash floods are also warned for Dead Sea streams throughout the weekend.
On Saturday, intermittent rains will continue from the north down to the northern Negev, with urban flooding risks remaining high, especially along the central and southern coast from the Sharon southward. The system is expected to gradually weaken on Sunday, with rainfall diminishing and ceasing by evening, and a sharp decrease in flash flood risk in streams by morning.
Rescue and police officials are urging the public to exercise extreme caution and personal responsibility. They emphasize the life-threatening danger of crossing flooded roads, entering basements, underground parking, or elevators during floods. Authorities also advise against non-essential travel, visiting stream areas due to the risk of being swept away, and stress the importance of following updated instructions and forecasts.
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