Eilat records first rain of year as authorities issue flash flooding warning in Dead Sea region
Temperatures are expected to rise slightly on Saturday, mainly in the mountains and inland, with some areas reporting up to 33° during the day.
On Saturday, Eilat experienced its first rainfall of the year, prompting authorities to issue a flash flooding warning for the Dead Sea region. The city reported stronger rains during the afternoon, leading to power outages in some homes and the sight of a high-voltage pole. Despite the rain being light, with 0.6 mm to 2.5 mm recorded, authorities predicted heavier storms throughout the day in southern Israel.
Consequently, a Yellow warning was issued for the Dead Sea area, cautioning residents about potential flash flooding. No additional updates were provided on the storms, and the warning covered the entire Dead Sea region. The arrival of Eilat's first rain in the year was noted by local residents, with the temperature expected to rise slightly over the coming week.
While partly cloudy skies are anticipated, light rain may occur in the southern Negev and Arava during the evenings.
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