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Severe Flooding in Southern Israel Triggers Rescues, Road Closures

12/28/2025

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Rescue Amid Flooding

Heavy rains in southern Israel caused flooding in Abu Joda.
Emergency crews rescued a family from their van.
The rescue left the parents and child with minor injuries.
Route 234 and Route 90 were closed due to the flooding.
Officials warn coastal cliff collapses in Hefer Valley and Netanya create ongoing safety risks, even as rainfall neared 50 mm in northern Israel and the Sea of Galilee remains critically low.

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Israel Faces Storm

A significant storm system will impact Israel this weekend, bringing heavy rains and strong winds.
Rainfall will begin Friday night and spread from northern Israel to the Negev.
The Israel Police issued a notice about two weather waves, with the first peak Saturday night into Sunday.
Authorities warn of flooding risks in the Judean Desert and along the coastline and urge avoiding non-essential travel.
Snowfall is anticipated on Mount Hermon.

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Historical Context

The Great Flood of 1927 devastated Palestine, displacing thousands and causing over 100 fatalities, as reported by the British Mandate government. This disaster highlighted the region's vulnerability to severe weather. Today's flooding in southern Israel, with nearly 50 mm of rainfall, mirrors this historical event, emphasizing the ongoing need for improved disaster preparedness in a region frequently affected by extreme weather.

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Rescue Amid Flooding

Heavy rains in southern Israel caused flooding in Abu Joda.
Emergency crews rescued a family from their van.
The rescue left the parents and child with minor injuries.
Route 234 and Route 90 were closed due to the flooding.
Officials warn coastal cliff collapses in Hefer Valley and Netanya create ongoing safety risks, even as rainfall neared 50 mm in northern Israel and the Sea of Galilee remains critically low.

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