Firefighters battle large Jordan Valley wildfire with four aircraft, cite wide fire line, access challenges

Firefighters are operating in the Jordan Valley with four firefighting aircraft against a large wildfire, according to the Israel Fire and Rescue Services. Crews on the ground report a wide fire line and difficulties accessing all fire points from the ground.

This is an update on the Jordan Valley wildfire first reported by The Zioneer at 16:26. The fire, which is being fought by firefighters with four aerial tankers, has created a wide fire line and ground crews are encountering difficulties reaching all affected areas. The cause of the fire and any casualties have not yet been reported.

2 developments

1. 14 hours ago · 16:36 · 19 JulLatest

   Crews report wide fire line and difficulties accessing fire points.

2. 16:26 · 19 Jul

   Wildfire breaks out in Jordan Valley, four firefighting aircraft deployed

• Developing19:19 · 3 JunFires in Samaria under control; efforts continue in Jordan Valley
• Developing15:37 · 28 JunLarge forest fire near Beit Keshet prompts request for aerial firefighting aircraft
• Developing4 days ago · 20:22 · 15 JulFirefighters gain control over blaze at Elyakim firing ranges
• Strong15:01 · 28 Jun14 fire crews battle blaze near Tayibe, aerial tankers deployed

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