IDF Arabic spokesman Lt. Col. Avichay Adraee has reissued an evacuation warning previously announced yesterday to residents of northern Gaza who returned to their homes. The message stated: "To all Gaza Strip residents who have returned or intend to return to the areas of Beit Lahia, Jabaliya, Beit Hanoun and surrounding neighborhoods: Areas north of Salah Khalaf and Al-Quds streets are considered extremely dangerous combat zones." The message further stated that "The IDF is operating there with significant force and reinforced troops. For your safety – avoid advancing northward to these areas."