image sourced from original article at A missile strike in Beit Shemesh triggered minutes of chaos as emergency services scrambled to assess the damage and prevent further harm. At 1:48 p.m., dispatchers began receiving reports of heavy smoke and fears of structural collapse near the impact site.
First responders arriving at the scene identified a large impact zone, confirming significant destruction. The blast wave shattered windows at a nearby fire station and knocked over equipment, underscoring the force of the explosion.
Over emergency radio channels, crews were ordered to deploy water lines and prepare for both firefighting and rescue operations. Authorities worked quickly amid concerns that additional collapses could endanger survivors and rescue personnel.
