Wildfire Engulfs Ben Shemen Forest, Forces Closure of Highway 6
A large blaze in Ben Shemen Forest in central Israel prompted officials to shut down Highway 6, while fire crews and aircraft work to contain it.
A significant wildfire swept through the Ben Shemen Forest area, leading authorities to close the major north-south route, Highway 6. Firefighters deployed 21 ground teams and four aerial units to stop the flames from reaching nearby communities. The effort has so far halted the fire's advance, but crews remain on scene to fully extinguish the blaze. No casualties have been reported.
Why it matters
The fire threatens a major highway and nearby communities, disrupting travel and requiring extensive emergency resources.
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