Tag: Rain
Kineret Water Level Rises Amid Heavy Rains in Israel
Authorities close off hiking trails in the Negev and near the Dead Sea for fear of flash floods.
Unseasonable Downpour Soaks Israelis in Gush Etzion, Northern Negev
Forecasters warned hikers earlier in the day not to explore the Judean Desert, the Dead Sea area, the Jordan Valley and anywhere else in eastern Israel, due to the risk of flash flooding in those areas.
Rainy Weather Raised the Water Level in Lake Kinneret
Last year at this time, the water level was less than a meter -- just 13 inches -- below the upper red line.
Sea of Galilee Rises Over the Weekend
The water is just 1.64 meters below the upper red line.
Israelis Rejoice as Winter Finally Arrives; Heavy Rain Causes Disruptions
Mount Hermon saw at least 30 cm (11 inches) of snow, raising hopes that Israelis would finally get to enjoy a winter wonderland before spring.
Kinneret Only 35 Inches from Becoming Full Again
Heavy snow fell on the Hermon mountain overnight, adding 15 centimeters (6 inches) of snow to its lower level, just in time for the thaw.
Watch: Kinneret on the Boardwalk
The rains have raised the Kinneret high enough to splash onto the Tiberias boardwalk - for the first time since 1992.
F-16s Turn Submarine After Rains Flood Air Force Base (Updated)
The IDF censor attempted to squelch reports of the damage after two hangers and the air force base became flooded with 50 million liters of rain.
Kinneret Up One Meter Since Winter’s Start
More than half that volume of water came from just the past 5 days of rain.
Tragedy in Tel Aviv: 2 Israelis Drown in Flooded Tel Aviv Elevator
The incident took place at a residential building on Nadav Street in Tel Aviv, where rain caused flooding all around the city.
‘The Rains in Their Season’ A Bit Early This Year
Tuesday is Election Day and the weather is expected to be sunny and clear, with the temperature a bit warmer.
Kinneret Reaches Best Water Levels in Two Years and Rising
A particularly rainy winter has raised its level by nearly 4.9 feet.
Winter Weather Blocking Roads, Slowing Traffic in Israel
The Israel Electric Corporation also said its lightning lab reported 523 lightning strikes between 12 noon and 9 pm.
Praying for Rain
Schoolchildren from Efrat held a special prayer for rain event on Tuesday.
Iranian General Blames Drought on Israeli Cloud Thieves
“Joint teams from Israel and one of the neighboring countries are de-seeding the clouds entering Iran."
Flood Watch in France Similar to Israel’s Winter Weekend Forecast
On Friday forecasters in Israel are predicting thunderstorms and hail from the north to the northern Negev, with more snow at Mount Hermon.
Forecast: Super Storm to Hit Israel Thursday Night (Video)
The rain is desperately needed by a parched and thirsty, drought-ridden land.
Western Wall Prayers Answered, Rain & Snow Begin for Real
Readers who need an infusion of faith are invited to hop a plane and head for the Western Wall.
‘Rain for Your Land at the Proper Time’ in Israel
In Tiberias, the central bus station was flooded by the deluge.
Winter Weather Still Chilling Israel From North to Northern Negev
The winter weather hasn't yet let up in Israel, with snow in the north and rain in the central and southern regions.
Sabbath Snow Storm Creates Northern Winter Wonderland
Northern Israel is under a blanket of white, while residents of the northern Negev are dealing with rain, wind and muddy floors.
Two Die, 7 Hurt as Israeli Bus Falls 70 Meters Down Ravine in Storm
The bus was traveling along a dark winding road with minimal lighting under stormy conditions with cold rain and wind.
‘Winter Wonderland’ Whitens Northern Israel, Brings Rain Elsewhere
A winter wonderland in the Golan Heights and rainy weather in the rest of Israel is a blessing that will help fill Lake Kinneret with much-needed water.
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.
Turkey Bracing for Acid Rain after ISIS Blows Up Mosul Sulfur Factory [video]
According to the UN, Iraqi health facilities have treated more than 1,000 cases of suffocation in the area south of Mosul.
Winter Rains Arrive in Israel, Flash Flood Warnings Issued
Winter rains have arrived on schedule in Israel, reaching from the north to the south, with high winds.