Overview
- Northern communities recorded the first wave overnight, including 43 mm in Nahariya, 38 mm in Eilon, 19 mm in Acre, and 15 mm in Atlit and along Tel Aviv’s coastline.
- Forecasters expect rainfall to intensify through Wednesday, spread nationwide by afternoon, and peak from Thursday evening into Friday morning before gradually easing.
- Coastal and lowland areas are forecast to receive 100–200 mm within one to two days, raising the risk of urban flooding and flash floods.
- The Israel Nature and Parks Authority banned entry into flowing riverbeds and warned of collapsing stream banks during floods.
- Fire and Rescue Services advised the public not to cross flooded roads, to stay away from drainage channels, and to avoid basements, underground parking garages, and elevators during flooding.