Jewish institutions batten down as monster storm hits East Coast
With snowfall predictions in Massachusetts ranging from a foot to 15 inches, El Al cancels flights, schools and synagogues announce closure.
With snowfall predictions in Massachusetts ranging from a foot to 15 inches, El Al cancels flights, schools and synagogues announce closure.
America's Eastern seaboard is bracing for what could be worst snowstorm of season. Thousands of flights have been delayed and cancelled.
New York prepares for 12-18 inches of snow, residents run to supermarkets to stock up on supplies.
Highways 443 and 60 closed due to snow and ice; 7-week-old infant given medical treatment in serious condition from snowstorm.
Electric corporation kicks it into high gear as snow starts moving in ahead of overnight buildup; electricity usage breaks record.
Hadassah and Shaare Tzedek reinforce staff and equipment to stay open as snow looms, with emergency generators on hand.
Winter blizzard shuts down East Coast, dumps 28 inches of snow on New York.
Storm that began on Shabbat is to morph into thunder/rain/snowstorm starting Monday, with snow and flood warnings lasting three days.
Over 200,000 left without power, 11 states declare states of emergency - and massive East Coast storm is still just building strength.
Days after major sandstorm, Israel due for first snowstorm of the year, with gale-force winds, hail, thunder; generators deployed.
Just as predicted gale force winds and rain pelt the country, with snow in the offing and Mt. Hermon in the north already covered in white.
Jerusalem director of IEC tells Arutz Sheva preparations for first snowstorm are in full swing with 'massive reinforcement.'
Incoming rains bear tidings of the heavy storm expected to coat Jerusalem and the surrounding hills in white on Friday.
Roads and schools close as Israel blanketed with snow nationwide - from the Golan to the Negev.
Authority on eruv demarcation permitting carrying objects on Shabbat says to track updates, as snowstorm may invalidate the system.
Channel 10 weatherman has trouble getting back on track after unknown bystander chucks snowball at him during live broadcast.
Closed streets and speedy birth force an MDA crew to deliver a baby in an ambulance during the storm.
Time-lapse video shows snow pileup in Jerusalem in first blizzard of 2015.
Snow in north, parts of Jerusalem, Hevron, and soon in the Negev, as roads close and Israel hunkers in for the last cold gasps of winter.
Forecast predicts possible snowstorm Thursday and Friday in Jerusalem, North; schools, public institutions, emergency forces prepare.
Big Apple saved from highly touted snowstorm thanks to a veer to the east, after subway shut due to snow for first time ever.
2-3 ft. of snow projected to fall across multiple states, prompting panic among 58 million in its shadow.
IEC releases guidelines on how to cook and stay warm for Shabbat while avoiding malfunctions and electric fires.
Widespread school cancellations as snow redoubles in Jerusalem, Be'er Sheva hopeful for snowflakes; flooding in coastal area.
Heavy wind and snow coupled with road closures wasn't enough to dampen spirits of 400 Taglit-Birthright participants.
Aside from closing Jerusalem, Tzfat and Golan, storm has left thousands without power nation-wide, major damage in Netanya.
Enjoy the snow swept imagery of Israel as it faces a major storm from the comfort of your home.
Israel's capital receives a light dusting as storm activity lessens slightly throughout the country.
Jerusalem shuts down after snow in north closes Tzfat, various widespread power outages, expected Tel Aviv floods.
All Israeli cities with snow to close schools due to inclement weather; remainder of the country to continue as usual.
White stuff is falling thick and fast in the northern parts of Israel, but soldiers' morale is not.
Samaria Resident's Council offers homeless with nowhere to turn a stay in guest rooms with warm food and showers to get out of the cold.
Thousands still without power in Netanya, Herzliya, Ra'anana, and Rishon Lezion; electricity demand expected to break records.
Hysteria over snow out of control in Jerusalem, as residents raid supermarkets ahead of storm.
PM Binyamin Netanyahu says that 'keeping an eye out' for neighbors is just as important as fire, rescue coordination ahead of storm.
Binyamin council deputy head explains how painful lessons have been learned from last storm; residents to enjoy snow this time in sleds.
Jerusalem Municipality is asked to give priority to clearing snow from roads leading to cemeteries, to enable burials.
Municipality cancels classes for Wednesday as heavy snow expected to set in, following heavy winds throughout Tuesday.
As snowstorm looms, Jerusalem Mayor says this time the city is prepared; entrances/ exits will be closed as soon as snow piles up.
Hadassah Ein Kerem department head tells Arutz Sheva the key will be looking after infants and elderly, as well as mutual responsibility.
Guidelines released before snowstorm predicted for next week; municipality takes precautions, building on lessons from 2013 snowstorm.
The State Jewish Theatre of Bucharest, Yiddish cultural site in Europe, is damaged extensively by snowstorm.
Polar vortex hits the US: Temperatures reach record lows, with windchill in some areas as low as -76F (-60 C).
Storm Hercules shuts down major highways and cancels thousands of flights across the northeastern United States.
Mayor Nir Barkat presents figures to Knesset Finance Committee, asks government to cover the damage.
Facebook, city websites credited with keeping residents up-to-date – and safe – during unusually harsh snowstorm.
Holes in fence have been presenting major security risk, IDF soldiers say; IDF spokesman denies claims that breaches have remained open.
Dr. Joyce Morel recounts how she helped Jerusalem residents deal with the massive snowstorm - and offers advice for motorists.
Forecaster says no new snowstorm on the horizon. Jerusalem leaders clash over storm ‘mismanagement.’
Gush Etzion region, which experienced record snowfall over the weekend, takes opportunity to boost tourism in the region.
Yosef Shapira says mishandled storm was foreseen, warns 'this time the storm was white, but it could be a storm of rockets.'
At Knesset hearing evaluating government aid during the storm, MK Moti Yogev rips into decentralization of rescue efforts by the state.
Worshippers flock to Jewish holy site despite inclement weather.
Gaza, whose Hamas leaders claim is under an “Israeli siege”, receives PA-bought diesel through a border crossing with Israel.
Transportation, schools, municipal services slowly return to normal; mayor Nir Barkat praises community efforts in storm's wake.
A woman whose car was stuck on one of Jerusalem’s snow-covered streets was helped by none other than Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon.
Mayor Oded Revivi tells Arutz Sheva preparations for the storm began a week before it began.
Economics Minister proposes paid half-day vacation for all employees stranded from work in snowbound areas.
Economics Minister shoveled snow, pushed cars, brought warm bread to residents isolated by deep snow.
Kinneret water level rises significantly in three-day period; more rises expected once snow begins melting in northern cities.