Stormy Weekend Ahead: Heavy Rains, Flood Warnings, and Major Road Closures Expected
Translated & summarized from Panet by baba
Central Israel faces a stormy weekend with heavy rains and flood warnings, particularly in coastal cities like Tel Aviv. Major road closures on Ayalon Highway are scheduled from Thursday night through Sunday morning due to infrastructure work. Train services will also be altered in the Tel Aviv and Herzliya areas, with replacement buses provided. Normal operations are expected to resume by Sunday morning.
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- Heavy rains and flood warnings are issued for central Israel, especially coastal cities, with over 100mm possible.
- Ayalon Highway will see significant closures in both directions from Thursday night to Sunday morning.
- Train services in Tel Aviv and Herzliya will be disrupted due to maintenance work.
- The heaviest rainfall is expected on Saturday morning, with rain ceasing by Sunday.
- Drivers and commuters are advised to plan ahead and monitor updates.
Central Israel is bracing for a complex weekend marked by stormy weather, heavy rainfall, and significant traffic disruptions, including road and train closures. The Israel Meteorological Service has issued a warning of a real danger of widespread flooding in coastal cities, particularly in the greater Tel Aviv area and south towards Ashkelon, with some areas potentially receiving over 100 mm of rain. The heaviest rainfall is anticipated on Saturday morning, with dozens of millimeters expected within a few hours along the coast, potentially causing floods and traffic chaos. On Friday, heavy rains are forecast for the north, center, and northern Negev, with a possibility of flash floods in the central Negev and Arava region. The rain is expected to gradually subside by Saturday evening and cease on Sunday, though temperatures will remain relatively cool.
Major sections of Ayalon Highway (Route 20) will be closed in both directions due to infrastructure work, including the replacement of electrical cables crossing road and rail lines in the Gush Dan and Sharon areas. Closures are scheduled from Thursday night at 11:30 PM until Friday at 4:00 PM, and again from Saturday night at 11:00 PM until Sunday morning at 5:00 AM. Traffic will be rerouted to alternative roads, including Routes 2, 4, and 5.
Temporary changes to train services are also planned in the Tel Aviv and Herzliya areas due to electrical and track maintenance work. Some lines will operate partially, while others will be suspended to specific stations, including Tel Aviv University and Herzliya. Israel Railways will provide free replacement bus services for affected passengers. Normal train operations are expected to resume by Sunday morning at 4:00 AM.
Authorities are urging drivers and commuters to plan their journeys in advance and stay updated on road closures and weather conditions, given the heavy rain, potential flooding, and expected public transport disruptions.
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