IDF says it has completed security preparations for reopening of Hermon in north Israel

The military says it has completed security preparations for the reopening of the Mount Hermon ski resort in northern Israel.

The military shut down the site on October 7, 2023, with the start of the devastating Hamas attack on southern Israel amid concerns the Hezbollah terror group could attempt a similar invasion in the north. The Iran-backed terror group began firing missiles and drones at Israel on October 8, 2023.

While the site will reopen, skiing will reportedly not be permitted due to damage to the ski lifts by Hezbollah rocket fire.

“Over the past few months, forces have conducted ongoing situation assessments, alongside defense activities in cooperation with security and civilian elements, in order to maintain a high level of readiness while dealing with daily challenges in the field,” the military says.

“As part of the operational preparations, security conditions were achieved that allow visitors from all over the country to come to the Hermon site,” the IDF statement reads.

The military says troops will be deployed in the area to maintain security.

Mount Hermon drew 400,000 visitors in the winter of 2022-23.