Reinforcing forces and preparing for traffic disruptions: Across the country preparing for a stormy weekend

The rain that will rain tonight will intensify over the weekend, which is expected to be wintry and colder than usual for a season from the north to the Negev. There is a fear of floods and there may be snow in Safed and the northern mountains. Police and municipalities are preparing for the possible casualties and have issued guidelines to residents. View the full forecast and rain radar

Reinforcing forces and preparing for traffic disruptions: Across the country preparing for a stormy weekend

After a calm week, starting on the night (Friday), rains will start to grow during the stormy weekend. Tomorrow, local rains have fallen from the north to the Negev, strong winds will blow and the haze is expected in the south. In addition, there will be a significant drop in temperatures. At night, rain is expected for episodes accompanied by thunderstorms. There is a fear of floods and there may be snow in Safed and the northern mountains.

On Saturday, it will continue to rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and hail, and will be colder than usual. Strong winds will blow winds and in the south is expected haze. At the summits of the northern mountains may be snow, there is fear of floods in the Judean and Dead Sea rivers. On Sunday, local rainfall is expected in most areas. Another drop in temperatures will be particularly cold. Winds will gradually weaken and there may be light snow in the peaks of the North and Central Mountains.

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Israeli police are preparing for roadblocks in the wake of inclement weather, providing services to road users around the country. In addition, the police rescue units and the air force are ready to act in as short a time as possible, in order to save lives and locate missing persons.

Police will constantly post information about roadblocks and traffic disruptions due to the weather. It is recommended that the public be attentive to the media and have to adhere to the guidelines of police officers operating and deployed in the field. In addition, information on changes in traffic arrangements can also be obtained through the Israel Police's National Information Center numbering 110.

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The IEC will step up its field teams and service centers ahead of the expected weather this weekend. Backup generators have been delivered in advance to the high places and the company is set up with lifting stages, equipment and heavy vehicles. At the same time, the company reiterates that there is no zero-vulnerability in the electricity grid and that in inclement weather the public must prepare for the situation where the electricity supply will be damaged. The electric company promises to handle any disruption in supply as quickly as possible.

Against the outlook, the municipality of Safed is preparing for snow and extremely low temperatures that could create a cold, starting Friday night through Monday. At a meeting in the municipality, it was decided to operate snow levels. "During the meeting, it was decided to set up heavy levels and tools, more than 22 tons of salt and the preparation of required office holders, including reinforcement of the municipal hotline. Coordination was also made with the Israeli routes and the Safed police prepared for each scenario. The city’s educational institutions, ”it said.

The municipality of Jerusalem is also preparing for the blustery weather with the possibility of snow. Mayor Moshe Leon instructed the municipal divisions to prepare for various scenarios and hazards during the stormy weather over the weekend. "I urge residents to be attentive to the weather forecast, to prepare accordingly, to obey emergency and safety guidelines," Leon said. "If there is snow in the city, along with the white celebration, it is important to implement all safety rules for your home and neighbors." The Urban Emergency Headquarters completes its preparedness for inclement weather and recommends residents stay safe, especially on road and foot traffic to prepare for inclement weather and obey communications guidelines.

The residents of the capital are advised to check the integrity of the heating system, especially those requiring ventilation, to make sure that the roof and door seals (windows and shutters), to clean and open water drainage cells in the courtyards and gutters on the roofs. In addition, trees and branches should be pruned in private gardens close to cables, checked electrical system safety, equipped with emergency lighting, reinforced antennas, solar water heaters and other roofing objects. There is also a concern about road hazards, pedestrian lanes, near work sites and low flood areas. In addition, the Municipal Hotline 106 has been held to address and direct the municipal authorities to the treatment and the welfare staff holds tours to locate street residents.

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Expected heat measurements tonight and tomorrow: in Jerusalem from 8 degrees tonight to 18 degrees tomorrow, in Tel Aviv 13 degrees to 21, in Haifa 14 degrees to 18, in Safed 10 degrees to 12, Katzrin 10-18, Tiberias 9-21, Nazareth 10-19 , In Afula 8-22, Beit Shean 9-20, Lod 11-22, Ashdod 10-21, Ein Gedi 16-24, Be'er Sheva 10-22, Mitzpe Ramon 8-18 and Eilat 12 degrees tonight and up to 24 degrees tomorrow.

The site is open to visitors. Snow in Hermon (Photo: Hermon website)

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