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Heavy Rains Hit Southern Israel, Threatening Flash Floods

Heavy rains commenced in southern Israel on Tuesday, October 27, with a risk of flash floods in desert regions. By evening, the precipitation is expected to reach central Israel. Authorities issued yellow warnings for thunderstorms and closed several nature reserves and a highway due to the flood threat.

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What happened

  1. 01Heavy rains began in southern Israel on Tuesday, October 27, with flash flood warnings issued.
  2. 02The Meteorological Service issued yellow warnings for thunderstorms in northern Israel and the northern Mediterranean.
  3. 03Police closed Highway 40 between Mitzpe Ramon and Tzihor Junction due to flood risks.
  4. 04Several nature reserves, including Ein Gedi and Ein Bokek, were closed to visitors.
  5. 05Rainfall is expected to reach central Israel by the evening.
Translated and summarized by baba from NEWSru Israel, the latest report. Read NEWSru Israel’s original

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