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Health Authorities Warn Against Entering Contaminated Northern Israel Streams During Bein Hazmanim

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 6 hours ago

What happened

Israel's Health and Environmental Ministries warn that several northern streams are contaminated with bacteria above safe levels, advising the public to avoid entering the water during the Bein Hazmanim vacation until further tests confirm safety.

01Water tests on July 20, 2026, found bacterial contamination above health limits in northern Israel streams.
02Contaminated sites include Hatzbani, multiple points along the Jordan River, Hexagon Pool, Gilabon, Zaki, Tzalmon, and Ein Hardalit.
03Bacterial counts reached up to 3,000 in some locations, exceeding Ministry of Health guidelines.
04Authorities advise against entering these waters during the Bein Hazmanim vacation period.
05Further testing is required before declaring the streams safe for public use.

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