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Israel's home front is prepared for the Iranian threat, IDF colonel stresses
"In terms of fortification, we are prepared. We are trained to respond in the event of an incident," said Col. Neuman.
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'We're trying to save ourselves': Eyewitnesses recount Jerusalem fire chaos on Highway 1
“We’re trying to save ourselves. Some soldiers and police officers directed us toward Tel Aviv," the evacuee continued.
What is the Supertanker sent to fight Jerusalem’s fires?
The aircraft is capable of dropping tens of thousands of liters of water or fire retardant in a single mission, making it one of the most powerful tools available in fighting wildfires.
Int'l aid expected to arrive tomorrow morning as wildfires continue to burn
It is unclear if any countries have responded to Israel's request.
Drivers trapped, forced to abandon vehicles on Highway 1 due to massive wildfire
A massive wildfire broke out in the Jerusalem hills, prompting evacuations and forcing the closure of Highway 1 in both directions between Anava and Shoresh.
Firefighters battle to extinguish massive fires across Jerusalem area - watch
Around 50 fire crews and 10 firefighting planes and a helicopter have been deployed to extinguish the blaze.
Jerusalem wildfires fully contained, no lives lost
After over 30 hours, the fires that raged across central Israel have been fully contained. Forces will work into the night to completely extinguish the blaze.
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Massive wildfire destroys nature reserve, two years after restoration project
Massive wildfire destroys nature reserve, two years after restoration project
'Any and all assistance': Huckabee offers aid as Jerusalem fires continue
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also instructed the IDF and Fire and Rescue Brigades to prepare reserves from Greece and other countries abroad.
Massive fires rage across central Israel, officials plan overnight containment op.
Three firefighters were injured during the event, as dozens of teams continued working with trucks and planes to control the fires as they spread northward towards Highway 1.
