The Environmental Protection Ministry warns Israelis living in the south that the stormy weather moving in over the past few hours is pushing a vast dust cloud over southern Israel, causing unusually dense dust pollution in the Negev and Arava regions, and over the southern city of Eilat.
The dust will settle as rains begin to clear the air in the evening.
People with health conditions that could be adversely affected by the dust are urged to stay indoors, including the elderly, young children, pregnant mothers, and those with lung or heart problems.
Several beaches on the Sea of Galilee are closed over storm-related safety concerns. Roads in Rosh Ha’ayin and elsewhere are closed due to fallen trees or electricity poles.
On Route 90 in the Jordan Valley, there are areas with extremely poor visibility. Authorities are urging drivers to use fog lights and drive slowly.
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