Dozens of Israeli Women with Disabilities Stranded in Italy Ahead of Shabbat
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
A group of about 40 Israeli women with complex disabilities became stuck in a major traffic jam in Italy on Thursday, causing them to miss their flight home. The women, who require specialized care and medical equipment, are at risk of being stranded in Italy for Shabbat. Efforts are underway to find an alternative flight or make arrangements for their extended stay, facing significant logistical and financial challenges.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Around 40 Israeli women with complex disabilities are stranded in Italy after missing their flight.
- The group became stuck in a three-hour traffic jam due to a road closure.
- They require specialized medical care, including some who use wheelchairs.
- The women were on an organized trip with medical and professional staff.
- Finding a solution before Shabbat presents significant logistical and financial hurdles.
Approximately 40 women with complex disabilities from the "Ali Sih" association became stuck in a severe traffic jam in Italy for over three hours on Thursday, causing them to miss their flight back to Israel. The group, which had been on an organized trip, is now at risk of being stranded in Italy for Shabbat, raising concerns about their specialized care needs.
The women, some of whom use wheelchairs and require constant assistance, were on a meticulously planned trip organized by "Ali Sih." The itinerary included medical staff, social workers, and other professionals to cater to their specific medical and functional requirements. The group was scheduled to fly back on a Wizz Air flight at 13:00, aiming to land in Israel before Shabbat.
However, a road closure led to a massive traffic jam, preventing the group from reaching the airport on time. Despite efforts to delay the flight, the plane departed without them. Efforts are now underway to find an alternative flight that can bring the approximately 40 women, their accompanying staff, and necessary medical equipment back to Israel before Shabbat begins.
This logistical and medical challenge is compounded by significant, unexpected financial costs. Options being considered include special rescue flights, which are very expensive. If a solution is not found before Shabbat, arrangements must be made for suitable accommodation, meals, medication, and all necessary equipment for an extended stay in Italy.
