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Two Snakebite Cases in Minutes in Northern Israel, One Man in Serious Condition
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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By אור רביד
First reported by Ynet · Aug 7, 2026
What happened
Two snakebite incidents occurred within minutes in northern Israel on August 7, 2026, with a man in his 60s in serious condition and an 18-year-old in moderate condition. These cases add to recent snakebite events across the country, including a 14-year-old girl who received antivenom treatment.
- 01Two snakebite cases reported minutes apart in northern Israel on August 7, 2026.
- 02A man in his 60s was hospitalized in serious condition after a bite in Kafr Qara.
- 03An 18-year-old man was treated and hospitalized in moderate condition near Mateh Asher.
- 04Last week saw three additional snakebite cases across Israel in Bnei Darom, Rishon Lezion, and the Galilee.
- 05A 14-year-old girl described her bite experience and receiving viper antivenom treatment.
- 06Magen David Adom responded promptly to both incidents, emphasizing seasonal snakebite risks.
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