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Heavy Rains Peak, Flash Floods Expected in Judean Desert and Dead Sea

Israel is experiencing the peak of a November rain system on Saturday, with heavy downpours and a risk of flash floods in the Judean Desert and Dead Sea. Ashdod received the most rain on Friday, measuring 65 millimeters. Lighter rain is expected Sunday, followed by strong winds on Monday along the coast.

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What happened

01Heavy rains are peaking Saturday, threatening flash floods in the Judean Desert and Dead Sea.
02Ashdod recorded 65 millimeters of rain, the highest amount from the current system.
03Central and southern coastal plains face flooding risks due to ongoing rainfall.
04Light rain is forecast for northern and central Israel on Sunday.
05Strong coastal winds are expected on Monday as transitional season weather arrives.