IDF warns Lebanese civilians to stay away from sea, beaches in southern Lebanon

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

The IDF warns Lebanese civilians against entering the sea or being on the beach in southern Lebanon, as Israel continues its offensive against Hezbollah.

Col. Avichay Adraee, the IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman, issues an “urgent warning” to people on vacation, beachgoers, and anyone using boats for fishing or other uses from the Awali River — located north of Sidon — southward.

He says the Israeli Navy will soon begin to operate against Hezbollah in the area.

“For your safety, refrain from being at the sea or on the beach from now until further notice. Being on the beach, and boat movements in the area of ​​the Awali River line to the south, poses a threat to your life,” Adraee adds.

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