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Firefighters Battle Forest Fire Near Shamsheet in Jezreel Valley, Residents Told to Stay Indoors

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First reported by Ynet · Jul 18, 2026

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A forest fire near Shamsheet in Israel's Jezreel Valley prompted firefighting efforts involving 12 teams and four aircraft, with residents advised to stay indoors due to smoke. Authorities report no immediate danger to homes and are working to contain the fire on multiple fronts. Additional fires in the Shomron region are also being addressed.

01A forest fire near Shamsheet in Jezreel Valley involves 12 firefighting teams and four aircraft.
02Two fire fronts are spreading due to winds, prompting residents to stay indoors and close windows.
03No evacuation is currently needed as there is no immediate threat to the village homes.
04KKL teams and fire services coordinate ground and aerial efforts to contain the blaze.
05Separate fires in Shomron near Mitzpe Yishai and Gilad Farm are also being fought.
06Authorities emphasize preventing fire spread toward residential areas.

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