Jerusalem-Tel Aviv highway reopened after forest fire near capital

Route 1, the main highway between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, has been reopened in both directions as firefighters work to beat back a large forest fire near the capital.

A representative for the fire services is quoted by Channel 12 news saying that the firefighting teams are close to bringing the blaze under control.

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