Fire spreading toward home in Safed, seven firefighting crews on scene

A fire that began in open terrain on Har’i Street in Safed has spread toward a residential home, according to the Israel Fire and Rescue Services. Seven crews from the Galilee-Golan district are battling the blaze. Residents nearby are asked to stay indoors, close windows, and avoid the area.

Firefighting crews in Safed are battling a blaze that began in an open area on Har’i Street and spread toward a residential building. Seven teams from the Galilee-Golan district are working to contain the flames and protect nearby homes. Thick smoke has prompted a directive for nearby residents to remain indoors, seal windows, and avoid the area. Israel Police are assisting at the scene. No injuries have been reported yet, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. This is the latest in a series of open-terrain fires reported in northern Israel in recent weeks, though no direct connection has been established.

3 developments

1. 4 hours ago · 18:29 · 1 JulLatest

   Fire spreading toward homes; residents ordered to shelter in place.

2. 18:27 · 1 Jul

   Har'i Street closed to traffic; residents advised to close windows against smoke.

3. 18:14 · 1 Jul

   Fire spreading toward home in Safed, seven firefighting crews on scene

• Developing18:18 · 10 JunFirefighters extinguish blaze near Safed, no injuries
• Developing3 hours ago · 19:48 · 1 JulFirefighters tackle blaze near structure on Rabbi Street in Safed
• Developing4 days ago · 16:20 · 27 JunFire advancing toward buildings without access routes, firefighters en route
• Developing13:53 · 17 JunIDF 3rd Battalion fire burns building in Safed area

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