Av 25, 5777, 8/17/2017
 Binyamin Town Abandoned in Wake of StormResidents of a town in the Binyamin region abandoned it after being subjected to snow, rain, and wind, no electrical power, water, phones. Mishkefet Offers Snow Fun Tours in SamariaSnow fell close to home for most Israelis, and the Mishkefet organization is offering tours of some of the snowiest spots in Israel Jerusalem Cleanup Still UnderwayTransportation, schools, municipal services slowly return to normal; mayor Nir Barkat praises community efforts in storm's wake. Despite Snow, Bar Mitzvahs Still Held at Western WallWorshippers flock to Jewish holy site despite inclement weather. Report: 200 IEC Workers Take 'Storm Break'Dedicated staff of the Israeli Electric Company have been working night and day for three days to restore power – most of them, that is. 700 Samaria Community Families Snowed InResidents of the “Gav Hahar” (Samarian Foothills) communities were digging out Sunday Expert: No Need for Fruit Price Hikes After StormFruit price hikes in the wake of the winter storm are unjustified, said Israel's top fruit marketing person Northern Family (Almost) Makes it to Snowbound Machpelah CaveA family intent on giving thanks to G-d at the Machpelah Cave refused to let a little snow stand in their way Northern Israel Almost Completely Dark After StormIn the Marom Hagalil Regional Council, the power has been out since last Thursday. Storm a Boon to Aquifers, the KinneretThe “storm to end all storms" that hit Israel this past weekend brought much needed moisture to the country's aquifers, Sea of Galilee. Army Unit Rescues Residents of Snowbound Gush Etzion TownAn IDF unit on Sunday came to the aid of a snowbound woman who was set to give birth in the town of P'nei Kedem in Gush Etzion. Family Stuck with Body in StormA family from Gush Etzion was unable to inform authorities that a relative had died due to downed phone lines. Helicopter Evacuation as Families Remain Without Power, WaterThousands of families spending third day without electricity or water. Children with hypothermia evacuated by helicopter. Peres on Storm: We Also Have What to be Proud OfPresident Shimon Peres highlights the "positive" aspect of the snowstorm: the fact that Israelis went all out to help one another. Snowstorm Updates; Predictions of Unprecedented SnowfallMinistry of Transportation urges drivers to stay home as they attempt to clear Jerusalem roads; regional updates for Negev and other areas. Photo Essay: Snow in JerusalemThe snow has brought both wonder, smiles and damage. The following is both staff and reader submissions for Snowstorm 5774. Barkat Asks IDF and Police to Help Stranded DriversJerusalem Mayor enlists IDF and police to help out the many drivers and cars that have been stranded due to the snow.Snow Closes Roads to and from JerusalemHighways 1 and 443 are closed to traffic in both directions until 6:00 a.m. Snow Takes a Short Break, But Will Return in Full ForceAfter being closed due to snowfall, the main roads to Jerusalem were reopened Thursday afternoon - perhaps temporarily, though.Samaria Town Invites Israelis to 'Snow Party,' Treats IncludedSamarian town of Nof Ami wants Israelis of all ages to come and celebrate the "snow fun" with them - complete with wintery treats. Israel in White: Your PicturesAs snow descends on Israel's Biblical heartland, Arutz Sheva presents a collection of your pictures from Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem. Winter Hits Hard at 'Outposts' in Judea and SamariaNew communities in Judea and Samaria have their own unique set of problems when the weather turns bad, says resident. School's Out: Snow in Gush Etzion, Samaria and JerusalemSnow began falling Wednesday night in Samaria, Gush Etzion, Hevron and Jerusalem. School cancelled in Jerusalem area. Rain and Snow as Winter Storm Strikes Israel55 kmh (35 mph) winds bring 15 cm (half foot) of snow to Mt. Hermon, 112 mm (4.5 in) of rain outside Netanya on coast. Freak Spring Storm Slams Into American MidwestA freak spring storm has slammed into the American Midwest, bringing down power lines, trees and more. Spring Snowstorm Grounds Hundreds of US FlightsAnother huge snow storm, stretching from St. Louis to Washington, grounded hundreds of flights on Monday. 9 Dead in ‘Snowstorm Nemo’, But Good Hearts PrevailAt least nine people died as a result of another monster winter storm in the northeastern US, but good hearts prevailed in Massachusetts. Eichler: Prosecute Arabs from 'Snowfight'"Next time they hit Jews, it won't just be with snowballs," warns MK Rabbi Yisrael Eichler. Police Investigating Gang Attack on HareidimAfter Arutz Sheva coverage of disturbing video shocks tens of thousands, police finally go into action.Video: Arabs Gang Up on Hareidi Jews in Jerusalem1930s Berlin or Jerusalem, 2013? Arabs kick and humiliate Jews, videotape themselves doing it. Storms Brought 200% of Seasonal RainfallThe rainstorms that hit Israel over the past week are coming to a close, after joining the top five rainiest weeks in Israel’s history. Netanyahu Launches Preemptive Snowball StrikeThe Netanyahus engage in snowy photo-op. Younger Netanyahu challenges father with unconventional snowball. Glorification of Violence: M75 Snow Missile Made Near Al-AqsaA picture has been circulating online Thursday, featuring a snow missile built near the al-Aqsa mosque, with M75 written across it. Quick Thinking Paramedics Deliver Baby on Side of the RoadSnow forced paramedics from the MDA Kiryat Arba branch to act heroically and swiftly during the roadside delivery of a healthy newborn. 'Friendly' Arab Snowballs Turn into Rocks in Yitzhar RiotAn ostensibly “friendly” snowball fight in Samaria turned into an all out attack in Yitzhar early Thursday, when Arabs rioted Hevron, Machpelah Cave Inundated With SnowJerusalem wasn't the only place in Israel where snow fell on Wednesday night Jerusalem of White: Residents Awake to 10 CM of Snow: PhotosSchools throughout the area are closed Thursday. Snow to fall until afternoon. Buses, light rail not running in Jerusalem. Storm Claims 2 Victims, Snow Reaches JerusalemThe heavy rains led to the drowning deaths of two women in Samaria. In Hevron, snow begins to pile up. First flakes in Jerusalem. More Photos - Northern and Central Israel Blanketed with SnowReaders sent in pictures as snow continues to fall in the Northern and Central regions of the country. Storm Set to Get More Intense; Snow on the WayAfter four straight days of heavy, unceasing rain, many areas of the country have already exceeded their annual winter rainfall levels. ‘Frankenstorm’ Lashes IsraelIsrael’s answer to “Superstorm Sandy” closed Tel Aviv’s major highway, and that’s only a preview. Heavy snow predicted. Friday Forecast: Rain, Cold, Snow in HermonRain is to continue Friday, accompanied by thunderstorms. The Hermon will see winter snows. Massive Winter Snowstorm Pounds U.S. MidwestMassive winter snowstorm grounds hundreds of planes and makes roads and highways impassable. First Sandy, Now Athena. What's Next for East Coast?With nor'easter causing new havoc, residents of the East Coast are starting to believe they're living in 'sequel to horror movie'. Photos: Israel One Big SnowmanTens of thousands of Israelis flocked to see the snow that fell as far south as the mountains over Eilat. Forecast: A rainless Purim. Video and Photos: Snowy Morning in IsraelJerusalem, Judea and Samaria and Tzfat see snowfall. School cancelled in several regions. Kids are out in full force. Kinneret Rising as Snow, Rain Keep FallingLake Kinneret (Sea of Galilee)'s waters are rising as snow and rain continue to fall, bringing desperately-needed water to parched land. Forecast: A White SabbathIsrael is preparing for its first nationwide snowstorm in years. Snow is expected to pile up in Jerusalem on Friday and even in lower areas.Snow and Rain to Drench Israel WednesdayJerusalem is preparing for the third snow scare of the winter, and this time it is more probable that the white stuff will pile up. Wicked Storm Brings Blessed Rain“Hurricane” Israel closes schools in the snowbound northern Golan, floods Dead Sea roads, and blesses the country with much-needed rain. Medics Issue Cold-Weather WarningIchud Hatzalah organization warns Israelis to look out for frostbite, hypothermia as cold weather hits. Get Out the Snow Boots for ShabbatRain – and probably snow – will fall on Jerusalem this Sabbath, weather buffs predict, as a huge winter storm heads towards Israel. Father Defends 'Tough Training' for Crying 4 Yr Old SonA video of a 4 yr old Chinese boy being forced to run nearly naked through the snow has been defended by his father. Winter Storm Turns Israel into Ski ResortIsrael, known for its beaches and hot weather, has become a ski resort in the Golan - but it was closed Wednesday due to a heavy snowstorm. Winter Brings Rain in Eilat, Square Tires in AlaskaEilat is “drenched” with a rare shower, the Kinneret rises with more rain on the way while Alaska and Europe are under a deep freeze. |
