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When there’s a siren, some kids have a heartbreaking reaction

For this group of kids, hearing a siren provokes a heartbreakingly different reaction.

Barrage fired from Lebanon, sirens in Gush Dan and Sharon

IDF says five projectiles were launched from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Residents of central Israel and the Sharon report hearing explosions, likely as a result of interceptions.

First time:

Hezbollah fires long-range rockets at Samaria

10 rockets fired at Samaria as sirens activate in Samaria communities for the first time since the start of the war.

As sirens sounded:

Son of singer Erez Yehiel killed in traffic accident

Noam Yehiel, 17, the son of famous singer Erez Yehiel, was killed while on his way back to yeshiva when the red alert sirens are believed to have caused a serious traffic accident.

MK Sukkot forced to take cover as sirens activate in north

MK Tzvi Sukkot was on a tour of the north when the Red Alert sirens activated during a Hezbollah attack. 'Absurd situation.'

1st time in 4 months:

Barrage of 8 rockets fired at central Israel from Rafah

Sirens were activated today for the first time in several months in Kfar Saba, Herzliya, and the surrounding areas . Explosions were heard.

26 rockets fired at northern Israel from Lebanon

Dozens of rockets fired by Hezbollah. 12-year-old girl treated for anxiety after sirens activated in multiple communities.

As 2024 begins:

More than 20 rockets fired towards central Israel

Sirens sounded at midnight in central Israel, Judean Lowlands and communities near the Gaza border. 18 rockets intercepted.

Watch:

Siren goes off during Chief Rabbi's lesson

Siren goes off in Kfar Chabad, located in central Israel, during Rabbi David Lau's lesson.

Ashdod:

Girl loses consciousness following air raid siren

EMTs revive 10yo girl who lost consciousness during air raid siren. 'When they arrived at the hospital, her heart began to beat again.'

Direct hit in Ashkelon, boy injured by shrapnel

Firefighters are still working to clear a building that was struck by a rocket about an hour ago.

As IDF withdraws from Jenin:

Five rockets fired from Gaza towards Israel

Remains of one rocket hit home in Sderot, no injuries. IDF strikes targets in Gaza in retaliation.

In some areas of Beit Shemesh, air raid sirens aren't audible

Home Front Command promises to place new siren loudspeakers in distant neighborhoods - within the next year.

MDA ambulances to stop using siren similar to red alert warning

Magen David Adom director general instructs emergency vehicles to prevent use of alarming sound siren to prevent unnecessary public panic.

On Passover night:

Gaza terrorists fire two rockets towards southern Israel

Two rockets fired from the Gaza Strip toward Israeli territory. One launch explodes in Gazan territory, the other in open area.

After Al-Aqsa clashes:

Rocket barrage on southern Israel, IDF bombs Hamas training camp

Sirens sound in communities located near the border with the Gaza Strip and in Sderot. IDF says 16 launches identified.

After Jenin operation:

Rocket fired from Gaza Strip, explodes in Gazan territory

Sirens sound in Kibbutz Nir Am shortly after 3:00 a.m. IDF: Rocket launch identified which seems to have exploded inside the Gaza Strip.

Sirens sounded in Gaza frontier towns

IDF reports machine gun fire likely triggered emergency sirens, says no Iron Dome interceptors launched.

Operation Breaking Dawn:

More than 100 rockets fired at Israel, IDF retaliates

Sirens heard in southern and central Israel. At least 100 rockets fired, of which 60 entered Israel and 33 were intercepted by Iron Dome.

Rocket fire resumes

Two rockets fired from Gaza towards southern Israel

IDF confirms two rockets were fired towards Israeli territory. One rocket intercepted, the other lands in open area.

National Cyber Directorate:

Cyber attack may have caused recent air raid sirens

Air raid sirens in Jerusalem and Eilat may have been caused by cyber attack, report says.

False Alarm:

Iron Dome missiles accidentally launched over Galilee

Sirens reported in Upper Galilee in northern Israel after drone aircraft incursion accidentally reported.

Home Front Command to sound sirens as part of readiness exercise

Red Alert sirens to be sounded in Tel Aviv and Haifa, simulating rocket attacks.

Anti-aircraft missile fired from Syria, IDF retaliates

Sirens sounded in Shomron and Wadi Ara areas. IDF says anti-aircraft missile was fired from Syria and exploded in the air.

Red Alert sirens across south of country, IDF says false alarm

Sirens heard in Ashdod, Ashkelon, & across south. IDF is "ready for another Gaza operation" if necessary, says Chief of Staff.

IDF confirms: Over ten rockets fired at northern Israel

Iron Dome intercepts incoming missiles after air raid sirens sound in Galilee and Golan Heights. IDF retaliating.

IDF launches third strike along Lebanon border

Responding to rocket fire earlier, IDF strikes along Lebanese border - for the third time in two hours.

Three rockets fired towards northern Israel, IDF retaliates

No injuries reported after two rockets land in Israeli territory.

Two rockets fired from Lebanon towards Israel

Iron Dome intercepts one rocket, the second explodes in an open area. IDF responds with artillery fire towards Lebanese territory.

Gaza rocket explodes in Be'er Sheva

Sirens heard shortly after 3:30 a.m. in Be’er Sheva and the surrounding area. Rocket explodes near home in the city.

Israel takes down Syrian plane

For the second day in a row, sirens sound in Israel's north. Israel fires interceptor missiles towards Syrian plane in Israeli airspace.

Sirens in northern Israel result of Syrian infighting

Air raid sirens sound in northern Israel, Patriot missile fired from Tzfat.

In Meretz' crosshairs: Shabbat sirens

Tel Aviv Deputy Mayor on behalf of Meretz wants to stop sirens announcing Shabbat: 'Violation of public silence and violation of Noise Law.'

IDF attacks Iranian targets in Syria

IAF attacks targets in Syria after Iran's Qods Force fired a barrage of 20 rockets toward the Golan Heights.

Israel begins nation-wide emergency preparedness exercises

IDF facilities around the country to hold emergency preparedness drills, civilians to practice fleeing to safe spaces during alarms.

Sderot municipality fines over 'Shabbat sirens'

Municipal supervisor fines Sderot resident for playing Shabbat songs and 'causing a disturbance.'

Hackers set off 156 sirens in Dallas

Hackers turn on 156 storm alert sirens in Dallas, leave them blaring for 90 minutes.

Conflicting reports over rocket strikes in Gaza

Two hits were confirmed between two Gaza Belt communities - until the IDF called it a 'false alarm.'

Rocket fired from Gaza hits open field, no injuries

Salafists affiliated with ISIS take responsibility for rocket fire.

Breaking news

Third Time Today: Rocket Alert in Golan Heights

Rocket alerts sound in northern Golan Heights, making 3 in one day after sirens in south due to rocket misfire in Gaza.

Sirens in Southern Israel; Rocket Falls Inside Gaza

Code red alarm sounds in Yad Mordechai and Netiv Ha'asarah; IDF clarifies it was a false alarm.

Israel under fire

Rocket Strikes Ashkelon Area

Rocket fired from Gaza strikes open field; no damage, casualties reported.

This Week: War Preparedness Drill Across Israel

Multi-organizational drill for both IDF and civilians will see sirens blasted, increase in military traffic for five-day period.

MK Haim Yellin Urges IDF, HFC: Cancel Drill in Gaza Belt

Former Eshkol Regional Council chief notes planned emergency preparedness drill with sirens could cause post-traumatic stress.

IDF to Sink $25M into New Rocket Alert Systems for Civilians

New app in the works which pinpoints rocket trajectory; source says civilian safety is top priority against possible Hezbollah threat.

IDF to Shorten Warning Times for Incoming Rockets

15 seconds is not enough: Gaza Belt residents will now be instructed to live in - or next to - shelters during future wars.

IDF: Sirens in Gaza Belt False Alarm

No rockets found after code red sounds in Negev, Gaza Belt.

Homefront Command: Guidelines Save Lives

Video: Officer presents the complex missions of the Homefront Command which deals with the thousands of citizens who are under rocket fire.

War Drill: Second Siren to Sound at 7:05 P.M.

Citizens are asked to enter protected areas when the siren sounds. Three-day-long drill will end Wednesday.