Forest fire breaks out in President's Forest in Jerusalem

A forest fire broke out in the President's Forest, near the Sculpture Path in Jerusalem, on Tuesday. Firefighting crews are operating at the scene; the cause and extent of the blaze are not yet known.

A forest fire has broken out in the President's Forest (Ya'ar HaNasi) in Jerusalem, near the Sculpture Path. Firefighting crews are on the scene working to contain the blaze. No information is yet available on the cause of the fire, the extent of the damage, or any injuries. The Zioneer will update as more details emerge.

2 developments

1. 4 hours ago · 12:38 · 28 JulLatest

   Firefighting crews have gained control of the blaze.

2. 11:54 · 28 Jul

   Forest fire breaks out in President's Forest in Jerusalem

• Strong23:48 · 19 JulFire brought under control in Beit Shemesh, investigators probe cause
• Strong22:07 · 5 JulFirefighters gain control of Beit Keshet forest fire after over four hours
• Developing19:25 · 3 JunFire breaks out in Beit Shemesh, firefighters on scene
• Developing22:18 · 10 JunFire reported in Beit Shemesh's Ben Ish Chai area

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