A large wildfire is burning in the Ilut forest near Nazareth. Four firefighting aircraft are operating to contain the blaze, which has engulfed vehicles and house yards, according to reports from Or Ravid (N12).
A large wildfire broke out in the Ilut forest (near Nazareth) on Wednesday afternoon, with flames spreading to vehicles and residential yards, according to Or Ravid (N12). Four firefighting aircraft have been deployed in an effort to contain the blaze. No casualties have been reported thus far, and the extent of damage to property remains unclear. The event follows a series of wildfires covered by The Zioneer in recent weeks, including a large forest fire near Beit Keshet in late June and several other vegetation fires across the country this summer. Firefighting resources are currently focused on preventing the flames from reaching additional structures.
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