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Unprecedented Rains Cause Widespread Flooding and Power Outages in Israel

Israel was hit by unusually heavy rains and widespread flooding on Saturday. Kadima recorded 117 mm of rain in 1 hour and 15 minutes, with 100 mm in one hour, the second-highest hourly rate ever. The extreme weather caused power outages and traffic disruptions, and highlights the risk of severe autumn storms.

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What happened

01Israel experienced unprecedented rainfall and widespread flooding on Saturday.
02Kadima recorded 117 mm of rain in 1 hour and 15 minutes, with 100 mm in one hour.
03The hourly rainfall in Kadima is the second-highest ever recorded in Israel.
04The extreme weather caused power outages and traffic disruptions across affected areas.
05The Meteorological Service noted the event's potential for extreme autumn storms in Israel.