Fire Disrupts Train Services in Central and Southern Israel Near Be'er Ya'akov

Israel Railways reported significant disruptions to train services on Sunday morning due to a fire near the tracks in the Be'er Ya'akov area. Train operations were temporarily halted between Lod, Rehovot, and Ashkelon stations, as well as between Lod and Rishon LeZion HaRishonim station. The suspension caused delays and schedule changes at multiple stations including Ashkelon, Ashdod Ad Halom, Yavne East, Be'er Ya'akov, Lod, and Rishon LeZion HaRishonim. No estimated time was given for the resumption of normal service. Emergency teams are actively working to control the fire and restore train operations. Passengers were advised to check updates regularly before traveling.