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MDA Medics Treat Injured Woman and Complete Her Sukkah in Netanya
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Incident Overview
A woman in her 60s was constructing a sukkah outside her home in Netanya when an iron pole fell from the upper supports and struck her on the head. A family friend who was assisting called Magen David Adom’s (MDA) 101 emergency dispatch center. Rapid-response medics—including Nachman Levy, Netanel Peretz, senior EMT Ben-El Amira of the motorcycle unit, and an ambulance crew led by EMT Shmuel Mami—arrived, assessed the injury, and provided initial medical treatment. The woman remained conscious and explained the accident to the responders.
MDA’s Dual Assistance
After confirming that the woman’s condition was stable and that she did not require urgent transport to a hospital, the team decided to help her finish the sukkah before the upcoming Sukkot holiday. The woman expressed deep gratitude, describing the medics as “a team of amazing people” who performed both a medical mitzvah and a construction mitzvah.
Safety Guidelines Issued Ahead of Sukkot
In the wake of the incident, MDA released a set of safety recommendations for sukkah construction. The guidelines advise builders to wear closed shoes, clear vegetation that could hide snakes or other reptiles, keep access routes unobstructed, position sukkot away from electrical installations and gas canisters, avoid open flames near such equipment, and securely fasten all structural elements—especially on high-rise balconies—to prevent falling objects.
Verbatim Quote
- “After examining her and providing medical treatment, we determined that her condition was stable and that she did not need to be rushed to the hospital,” — El Amira
These actions illustrate MDA’s broader commitment to community safety and support during the holiday season, combining emergency medical care with practical assistance to ensure a joyful and secure Sukkot for those affected.