Fire in Samaria's Havat Gilad destroys at least 6 homes, firefighter injured

A fire broke out Saturday afternoon in Havat Gilad, a community in Samaria, destroying at least six homes and a fire engine, according to reports. One firefighter was injured in the blaze.

A fire ripped through the community of Havat Gilad in Samaria on Saturday afternoon, destroying at least six homes and a fire engine, according to reports. One firefighter was injured in the blaze. Firefighting crews are working to contain the fire. The cause is not yet known.

4 developments

1. 10 minutes ago · 20:41 · 18 JulLatest

   Entire settlement evacuated as homes burn in Samaria fire.

2. 17:02 · 18 Jul

   Firefighting aircraft deployed to combat ongoing wildfire in Samaria.

3. 16:27 · 18 Jul

   Additional fires reported in Shomshit and Kedumim alongside Havat Gilad.

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