Sandstorms and rain
Floods and sandstorms during Israel's first rains
As the first rains begin to hit Israel, flash flooding and sandstorms are reported in the south of the country; residents should expect more scattered thunderstorms Friday, but a clear and cool Saturday.
The Israel Water Authority has announced that they are expecting flash flooding as a result of the first rains in Israel on Thursday night and Friday morning.
The floods are expected to primarily affect the Arava and area south of the Dead Sea.
Floods and sandstorms in Israel's south (צילום: רועי עידן, נדב דגן, ערן דורון, משפחת גולדמן)
The weather is expected to be cloudy with scattered showers, some of which may develop into thunderstorms.
Flash floods are expected in the rivers in the east and the south.
Sandstorm in the Ramon Crater (Photo: Tal Pollack)
Hikers trapped in a sandstorm (Photo: Nadav Dagan)
Sandstorm on the road to Mitzpe Ramon (Photo: Tali Oyzerovitch)
Rain in the nother (Photo: Ido Erez)
Rains in Tel Aviv
Friday is expected to be cloudy and hazy, with a drop in temperatures, and rain in the afternoon. A flood watch will still be in effect for the rivers in the south and the east.
Saturday will see clear skies with a slight drop in temperatures. There is a small chance of drizzle in the north and the south.
