Rainfall in Israel Exceeds Annual Average for First Time in 5 Years

The Kinneret’s level climbed by 71 CM (30 inches) in the past month and a total of two meters since the beginning of the winter (79 inches).

Water Level in Lake Kinneret (Sea of Galilee) Steadily Rising

Israel has another month of winter left, so it is possible that this year the lake may indeed reach full capacity.

On Tuesday: Forget the Snow, Look at the Rainbows

Despite all the cold emanating from the weather report, I chose to share with you the rainbow pictures we received from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority this morning.

Kinneret Water Level Up 3.15 Inches Since Friday

The current water level is 2.59 meters higher than the lower red line.

Northeastern United States Gears Up for Epic Blizzard

The northeastern United States is gearing up for what may be one of the biggest blizzards in the past half century.

Power Outage in Jerusalem As Storm Snaps Trees, Damaging Cars

The first winter storm of the season snapped some power lines in Jerusalem, brought down trees and damaged cars.

Passover Snow Falls on Mount Hermon for First Time in 22 Years

With eight inches already on the ground and snow expected to continue to fall throughout the day, the Hermon ski-resort management closed the site to visitors, on Sunday

Kinneret Just 15.7 Inches Short of Completely Full

With extreme drought conditions continuing to intensify, the government of Israel approved a plan in 2018 to pump desalinated water into the lake.

Series of Small Earthquakes Shake Dead Sea Region

The 3 earthquakes were on the Jordanian side of the Dead Sea.

NYC All Prepped Up But ‘No Snow Go, Mayor DeBlasio’

It was supposed to be the "historic snowstorm of the past half-century." But in NYC it just didn't happen that way.

Another Earthquake Rattles Israel

The third earthquake today (plus an aftershock).

Flash Flood Season Begins in Southern Israel

Due to the weather forecast and the high risk of floods in the Dead Sea region, the Israel Nature and Parks Authority closed the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve to travelers.

Israeli Aid Teams Fighting Fire in Macedonia

A 22-member delegation was sent by the Jewish State to battle the flames, which began last week.

Continued Good News at Lake Kinneret

Over the past week, the level of the lake rose 6.3 inches, bringing the water level to just 4.5 feet from full capacity.

Hatzalah Volunteers Distribute Winter Blankets to Ashdod’s Homeless

They drove around the city in one of United Hatzalah’s ambulances and distributed warm blankets to the homeless.

205 Firefighters Still Guarding Zichron Yaakov

There's no estimate on the cost of the damage to infrastructure and homes after a huge blaze in Zichron Yaakov.

Snow, Blocked Roads, Sunken Cars: Meet Winter Storm Barbara

Flash90’s Maor Kinsbursky on Tuesday offered a delightful photo essay. Enjoy!

BREAKING: 5.0-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Same Iran Region as Deadly Temblor in November 2017

A total of 1,600 aftershocks have struck Kermanshah Province since a deadly 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck the area just 32 kilometers from Sarpol-e Zahab on November 12, 2017, killing 620 and wounding 12,386 more.

18 Dead, 13 Missing in Texas Flash Floods

Flash floods and more rain in Texas means a rising death toll and desperate people searching in kayaks.

You Call This Hot? In 1942 a Religious Kibbutz Experienced 129.2°

It should be noted that in addition to being an Israeli record, 54 degrees Celsius is also a record for the entire continent of Asia.

Death Toll Rising, Hundreds Injured in Iran-Iraq Earthquake

It's not clear whether any foreign nationals were casualties in the earthquake.

Or Ashraf, 22, is Last Israeli Missing in Nepal

One last Israeli is yet to be accounted for in Nepal as search and rescue teams continue to pick up stranded, scared Israeli trekkers.
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Watch: Viper Escaping The Zin River Flood

This terrified venomous Ef'eh was crawling for his life away from the gushing flood waters.
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Watch: Arava Rivulet Turns into a Dangerous River Flood in Minutes

On its way, the hour-old river sweeps everything in its path.

First Responders Assist Ashdod Flood Victims

United Hatzalah volunteers have been responding to emergency calls for help throughout the city since the early hours of the morning Wednesday.

Bride and Groom Rescued in Heavy Snow Storm outside Jerusalem

The bride and groom could not stop thanking the volunteers for their kindness.

LIVE: The Snow Storm Update — Latest Update 3:34 PM [photo]

Israel Police Weather Hotline: 1-700-705-100. 3:34 PM Thunder and lightning in Gush Etzion. 2:30 PM Lightning hit a Ben-Gurion Airport control tower. No flights were endangered,...

Heavy Rain, Snowfall Raise the Level of Lake Kinneret

The level of the lake at present is still at 17.7 feet (5.4 meters) below its fullest level.

­­Israel On Fire: Netanyahu, Erdan to Ask Neighboring Countries For Help

The government is reaching out to other nations for aid in battling the ongoing blazes across the country.

Summer Rain, Flash Flood Warning Prompts Closures at Tourist Hiking Spots

Due to the unusual weather patterns, the Israel Nature and Parks Authority announced closures of the tourism and hiking trails at Nahal Darga and Nahal Qumran.

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