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Severe Flooding in Israel Claims Life, Triggers Evacuations

1/1/2026

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Israel Faces Flooding

Severe weather across Israel has caused significant flooding and prompted emergency responses, including the evacuation of a special-needs school in Jerusalem.
A man was found dead near the Meitar River after being swept away while attempting to free his vehicle from floodwaters.
The storm has caused multiple incidents across the city.
Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities assess the storm's impact.

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Israel Braces Storm

A winter storm will begin tonight in Israel, bringing heavy rain and Mount Hermon snow.
Initial rainfall will reach the northern region, with central areas following by early morning.
By Thursday, up to 100mm is expected in Gush Dan, with flood risks in Jerusalem.
The storm continues into Friday, with rain tapering in the north and persisting elsewhere.
A significant rain deficit remains in Upper Galilee and northeastern areas.

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Israel Faces Flooding

Severe weather across Israel has caused significant flooding and prompted emergency responses, including the evacuation of a special-needs school in Jerusalem.
A man was found dead near the Meitar River after being swept away while attempting to free his vehicle from floodwaters.
The storm has caused multiple incidents across the city.
Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities assess the storm's impact.

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