Hazardous Materials

Two elderly residents found unconscious in Jerusalem apartment

A man and woman in their 70s were hospitalized in serious condition after being found unconscious in their Pisgat Ze’ev apartment.

Ben Gurion Airport: Suspicious package found, personnel evacuated

Firefighters responding to monitor suspicious package in hazardous materials incident at Ben Gurion International Airport.

Concern of hazardous leak after missile debris lands in Tzfat

Residents of certain areas of Tzfat should remain at home, close windows, after missile debris causes concern of dangerous chemical leak.

Are Israel's hazardous materials facilities missile protected?

Materials engineer: Hazardous materials facilities in Israel are protected against missiles according to strict standards; however, regular inspections and construction with more durable materials must still be ensured.

Two dead after losing consciousness at Ashdod factory

Two women, approximately 50 years old, lose consciousness and die at Ashdod factory; investigation underway.

Suspicious package causes illnesses at Maryland Jewish school

HAZMAT team called into Beth El school in Pikesville, Maryland after package causes several people to fall ill.

Bad Booze: Health Ministry issues warning

Israeli officials discover alcoholic beverages containing dangerous ingredients that can cause seizures, nausea and vomiting.

Bromine leak feared following train collision

One person injured in collision between two trains near Dimona. Due to bromine leak, residents asked to stay indoor.