image sourced from original article at Severe weather continues to impact southern Israel, with heavy rainfall leading to flash floods in the Judean Desert and Dead Sea regions. Three people have become trapped by floodwaters in Nahal Halmut, prompting ongoing rescue operations by firefighters who are contending with difficult terrain.
Authorities have closed several major roads, including Route 234 at the Tze'elim Bridge and Route 90 between Dragot Junction and the hotel roundabout, to ensure public safety. Meanwhile, Mount Hermon has received a fresh layer of snow, resulting in the closure of the site to visitors for the day.
