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Flash-Flood Warnings Follow Funnel Cloud in Golan Heights

8/15/2026

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A funnel cloud formed in the Golan Heights on Saturday, August 15, 2026 after the Israel Meteorological Service issued flash-flood warnings and forecast gusts up to 42 kph.
The service warned of flash floods, banned swimming as waves hit 120 cm, and recorded 11 mm of rain in Jerusalem, breaking the August record.
Dr. Amir Givati said rescuers saved several people in Jerusalem and Ma’aleh Adumim and noted first-time flooding in the Og Stream this season.

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A funnel cloud formed in the Golan Heights on Saturday, August 15, 2026 after the Israel Meteorological Service issued flash-flood warnings and forecast gusts up to 42 kph.
The service warned of flash floods, banned swimming as waves hit 120 cm, and recorded 11 mm of rain in Jerusalem, breaking the August record.
Dr. Amir Givati said rescuers saved several people in Jerusalem and Ma’aleh Adumim and noted first-time flooding in the Og Stream this season.