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Tragedy Strikes: Two Infants Die at Unlicensed Daycare

1/23/2026

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Two infants died at an unlicensed daycare in Jerusalem's Romema neighborhood where more than 55 children were injured.
Authorities ruled out hazardous substances after initial reports of toxic gas.
Dehydration and overheating are considered the likely causes of the deaths.
Education Minister announced plans to shut down unlicensed centers amid parental outrage as investigations continue.

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Two infants died at an unlicensed daycare in Jerusalem's Romema neighborhood where more than 55 children were injured.
Authorities ruled out hazardous substances after initial reports of toxic gas.
Dehydration and overheating are considered the likely causes of the deaths.
Education Minister announced plans to shut down unlicensed centers amid parental outrage as investigations continue.