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Mount Hermon Gets 'Snow You Only See in January'

Unseasonable weather continues with surprising snow on Israel's sole skiing site, although heat wave expected next week.

Mount Hermon Gets 'Snow You Only See in January'

Rain and Cold Here to Stay for Several More Days

Rainfall expected from north to south all day Sunday with unseasonably cold temperatures to boot.

Rain and Cold Here to Stay for Several More Days

Blessed Rain Gives Israel Better Than Average Winter

February 2015 went down as a month with better than average rainfall in almost all parts of Israel, the Meteorological Service said Sunday.

Blessed Rain Gives Israel Better Than Average Winter

Jerusalem Rabbi: Why Were Snow Plows Operated on Shabbat?

​Jerusalem Chief Rabbi Aryeh Stern on Sunday expressed his “extreme disappointment” over the operation of snow plows on Shabbat.

Jerusalem Rabbi: Why Were Snow Plows Operated on Shabbat?

Watch: Israeli Meteorologist Pelted with Snowball

Channel 10 weatherman has trouble getting back on track after unknown bystander chucks snowball at him during live broadcast.

Watch: Israeli Meteorologist Pelted with Snowball

Woman Gives Birth in Snowstorm on Jerusalem Street

Closed streets and speedy birth force an MDA crew to deliver a baby in an ambulance during the storm.

Woman Gives Birth in Snowstorm on Jerusalem Street

Watch: Breathtaking Footage of Jerusalem Snow

Time-lapse video shows snow pileup in Jerusalem in first blizzard of 2015.

Watch: Breathtaking Footage of Jerusalem Snow

Haifa U Weather Prof on Israel's Roller-Coaster Winter

Prof. Chaim Kutiel says Israel's current winter is chiefly characterized by its unusually strong extremes.

Haifa U Weather Prof on Israel's Roller-Coaster Winter

Blizzard 2015

Israel Wakes Up to White

Roads and schools close as Israel blanketed with snow nationwide - from the Golan to the Negev.

Israel Wakes Up to White

Will Jerusalem's Eruv be Valid this Shabbat?

Authority on eruv demarcation permitting carrying objects on Shabbat says to track updates, as snowstorm may invalidate the system.

Will Jerusalem's Eruv be Valid this Shabbat?

Jerusalem Waits for Snow as Wintry Weekend Approaches

Rain and snow expected to fall steadily across all parts of Israel through the entire weekend; temperatures remain very low.

Jerusalem Waits for Snow as Wintry Weekend Approaches

Watch Live: Snow at the Western Wall

Snow has arrived in Jerusalem and the city is being covered in white. Watch live as the snow falls on the Western Wall in the Old City.

Watch Live: Snow at the Western Wall

Israel Braces for Blizzard

Forecast predicts possible snowstorm Thursday and Friday in Jerusalem, North; schools, public institutions, emergency forces prepare.

Israel Braces for Blizzard

Weather Report: Expect a Wintry Weekend

Rain, cold expected to dominate in north and center, with heavy air pollution continuing in Jerusalem and Negev through tonight.

Weather Report: Expect a Wintry Weekend

Jerusalem May See Snow Next Thursday

After a pleasant warm weekend, temperatures are expected to drop significantly Sunday, bringing rain, and maybe even snow to capital.

Jerusalem May See Snow Next Thursday

New York's 'Monster Snowstorm' Underwhelms

Big Apple saved from highly touted snowstorm thanks to a veer to the east, after subway shut due to snow for first time ever.

New York's 'Monster Snowstorm' Underwhelms

'Great Storm' Brings Once-in-a-Decade Low Temps, Rainfall

Now that the 'great storm' is over, Israel is counting the numbers: the low temperatures, and the high precipitation numbers.

'Great Storm' Brings Once-in-a-Decade Low Temps, Rainfall

Entrances to Tzfat, Golan Heights Roads Closed Off

Heavy snow in northern Israel blocks traffic in Galilee. Flooding shuts down section of Route 90 near Dead Sea.

Entrances to Tzfat, Golan Heights Roads Closed Off

Israel under snow

Snow to Pile on in Jerusalem, Reach the Negev Desert

Widespread school cancellations as snow redoubles in Jerusalem, Be'er Sheva hopeful for snowflakes; flooding in coastal area.

Snow to Pile on in Jerusalem, Reach the Negev Desert

How to Safely Observe Shabbat in a Massive Snowstorm

IEC releases guidelines on how to cook and stay warm for Shabbat while avoiding malfunctions and electric fires.

How to Safely Observe Shabbat in a Massive Snowstorm

4,500 Homes Remain Without Power

Power outages continue throughout Israel as storm moves into second day; many roads blocked in affected areas as well.

4,500 Homes Remain Without Power

Jerusalem Schools Reopen, Others Still Closed Due to Snow

Most schools in Judea and Samaria remain closed due to weather, but Jerusalem schools will reopen at 10:00 a.m. Thursday.

Jerusalem Schools Reopen, Others Still Closed Due to Snow

Jewish Youth Brave the Storm to Visit their 'Birthright'

Heavy wind and snow coupled with road closures wasn't enough to dampen spirits of 400 Taglit-Birthright participants.

Jewish Youth Brave the Storm to Visit their 'Birthright'

Israel's Snowstorm in Pictures and Video

Enjoy the snow swept imagery of Israel as it faces a major storm from the comfort of your home.

Israel's Snowstorm in Pictures and Video

Storm Leaves 10,000 without Electricity

Thousands still without power in Netanya, Herzliya, Ra'anana, and Rishon Lezion; electricity demand expected to break records.

Storm Leaves 10,000 without Electricity

Photos and Videos: Northern Israel Snowbound

White stuff is falling thick and fast in the northern parts of Israel, but soldiers' morale is not.

Photos and Videos: Northern Israel Snowbound

Snow in Jerusalem as Storm Begins to Taper Off

Israel's capital receives a light dusting as storm activity lessens slightly throughout the country.

Snow in Jerusalem as Storm Begins to Taper Off

Snow settles in

Jerusalem Lockdown, Police Chief: We're Prepared for the Worst

Jerusalem shuts down after snow in north closes Tzfat, various widespread power outages, expected Tel Aviv floods.

Jerusalem Lockdown, Police Chief: We're Prepared for the Worst

Schools Close Nationwide Due to Storm

All Israeli cities with snow to close schools due to inclement weather; remainder of the country to continue as usual.

Schools Close Nationwide Due to Storm

Hail, Lightning Causing Traffic, Air Travel Nightmares

Tel Aviv area is unlikely to see snow, but ice is already becoming a major problem in the center of the country.

Hail, Lightning Causing Traffic, Air Travel Nightmares

Jerusalem Schools Canceled as Israel Braces for Major Snowstorm

Municipality cancels classes for Wednesday as heavy snow expected to set in, following heavy winds throughout Tuesday.

Jerusalem Schools Canceled as Israel Braces for Major Snowstorm

Samaria Prepares for Snow Storm - and Free Skiing

Binyamin council deputy head explains how painful lessons have been learned from last storm; residents to enjoy snow this time in sleds.

Samaria Prepares for Snow Storm - and Free Skiing

Netanyahu to Jerusalem Residents: Look Out for Each Other

PM Binyamin Netanyahu says that 'keeping an eye out' for neighbors is just as important as fire, rescue coordination ahead of storm.

Netanyahu to Jerusalem Residents: Look Out for Each Other

Fierce Winter Snowstorm Lashes Israel's Neighbors Too

Beirut airport briefly shuts down as schools throughout Lebanon closed; Jordan ships snowplows to Palestinian Authority.

Fierce Winter Snowstorm Lashes Israel's Neighbors Too

'Snowsteria'?

Report: Food Running Out in Jerusalem

Hysteria over snow out of control in Jerusalem, as residents raid supermarkets ahead of storm.

Report: Food Running Out in Jerusalem

How Do You Brace for a Snowstorm in Jerusalem?

Hadassah Ein Kerem department head tells Arutz Sheva the key will be looking after infants and elderly, as well as mutual responsibility.

How Do You Brace for a Snowstorm in Jerusalem?

Jerusalem Prepares for Snow

Guidelines released before snowstorm predicted for next week; municipality takes precautions, building on lessons from 2013 snowstorm.

Jerusalem Prepares for Snow

Rain, Maybe Snow on the Way to Israel

After nearly two weeks of pleasant weather, winter will return in full force to Israel beginning Friday.

Rain, Maybe Snow on the Way to Israel

NYC Mayor Admits Rich Areas Neglected In Plowing

De Blasio reverses himself in saying Upper East Side not managed well, blames unnamed 'glitch.' His and poorer neighborhoods plowed.

NYC Mayor Admits Rich Areas Neglected In Plowing

Polar Vortex Lifting, Another On The Way?

Record low weather passing even as reports indicate more cold spells. Toll of vortex on US economy up to $5 billion.

Polar Vortex Lifting, Another On The Way?

Local Authorities to Get NIS 30 Million for Storm Damage

Dept. Interior Minister Fania Kirschenbaum says NIS 30 million will go to local authorities to defray costs of the recent storm.

Local Authorities to Get NIS 30 Million for Storm Damage

Activist: Outpost Residents Still Without Power - All Year Long

While many Israelis suffered during the snowstorm after losing power, there are some who live without electricity all year long.

Activist: Outpost Residents Still Without Power - All Year Long

A Shomron Miracle in the Snow

As communities throughout Judea and Samaria pick up the pieces, one man tells of his close shave - and miraculous rescue.

A Shomron Miracle in the Snow

IEC Head: Storm Cost Us a Billion Shekels

According to IEC chairman Eli Glickman, the damage to Israel's electrical system during the recent winter storm was one billion shekels.

IEC Head: Storm Cost Us a Billion Shekels

Rabbi: Winter Storm a 'Message from Heaven'

The harsh winter storm that hit Israel last week was not just a “weather event,” but a Divine message, said Rabbi Mordechai Nagari

Rabbi: Winter Storm a 'Message from Heaven'

Danino: Israelis Know They Can Rely on Police

National Police Commander Yohanan Danino attacks critics of his department's performance during the winter storm.

Danino: Israelis Know They Can Rely on Police

While it Lasts: Snow Tourism in Gush Etzion

Gush Etzion region, which experienced record snowfall over the weekend, takes opportunity to boost tourism in the region.

While it Lasts: Snow Tourism in Gush Etzion

Binyamin Town Abandoned in Wake of Storm

Residents of a town in the Binyamin region abandoned it after being subjected to snow, rain, and wind, no electrical power, water, phones.

Binyamin Town Abandoned in Wake of Storm

Despite Snow, Bar Mitzvahs Still Held at Western Wall

Worshippers flock to Jewish holy site despite inclement weather.

Despite Snow, Bar Mitzvahs Still Held at Western Wall

Mishkefet Offers Snow Fun Tours in Samaria

Snow fell close to home for most Israelis, and the Mishkefet organization is offering tours of some of the snowiest spots in Israel

Mishkefet Offers Snow Fun Tours in Samaria

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.

Report: 200 IEC Workers Take 'Storm Break'

Air Force Parachutes Generators into Samaria Communities

Residents of several Samaria communities finally have power – after the Israel Air Force parachuted generators into their towns

Air Force Parachutes Generators into Samaria Communities

Jerusalem Cleanup Still Underway

Transportation, schools, municipal services slowly return to normal; mayor Nir Barkat praises community efforts in storm's wake.

Jerusalem Cleanup Still Underway

700 Samaria Community Families Snowed In

Residents of the “Gav Hahar” (Samarian Foothills) communities were digging out Sunday

700 Samaria Community Families Snowed In

Northern Israel Almost Completely Dark After Storm

In the Marom Hagalil Regional Council, the power has been out since last Thursday.

Northern Israel Almost Completely Dark After Storm

Family Stuck with Body in Storm

A family from Gush Etzion was unable to inform authorities that a relative had died due to downed phone lines.

Family Stuck with Body in Storm

Expert: No Need for Fruit Price Hikes After Storm

Fruit price hikes in the wake of the winter storm are unjustified, said Israel's top fruit marketing person

Expert: No Need for Fruit Price Hikes After Storm

Storm a Boon to Aquifers, the Kinneret

The “storm to end all storms" that hit Israel this past weekend brought much needed moisture to the country's aquifers, Sea of Galilee.

Storm a Boon to Aquifers, the Kinneret

Helicopter Evacuation as Families Remain Without Power, Water

Thousands of families spending third day without electricity or water. Children with hypothermia evacuated by helicopter.

Helicopter Evacuation as Families Remain Without Power, Water

Northern Family (Almost) Makes it to Snowbound Machpelah Cave

A family intent on giving thanks to G-d at the Machpelah Cave refused to let a little snow stand in their way

Northern Family (Almost) Makes it to Snowbound Machpelah Cave






























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