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Massive Fire Ravages Shomron Settlement Gilad, Destroys 13 Homes
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First reported by Globes · 7 hours ago
What happened
A massive fire in the Shomron settlement of Havat Gilad on Saturday led to the evacuation of all residents and destroyed at least 13 homes. Firefighters contained the blaze after hours of effort, and investigations suggest it was caused by a discarded cigarette. Authorities are searching for the vehicle involved to conclude the inquiry.
- 01A major fire erupted Saturday in Havat Gilad, Shomron, forcing full evacuation of the settlement.
- 02Firefighters and aircraft battled the blaze for hours, injuring two firefighters.
- 03Authorities declared control over the fire by the end of the Sabbath.
- 04Investigators believe the fire started from a discarded lit cigarette by the roadside.
- 05At least 13 homes, a garage, and a wood storage were destroyed in the fire.
- 06Police and IDF are searching for the vehicle linked to the fire's outbreak.
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