Dozens rescued across country as torrents collapse section of security fence

The water exceeded a meter in height in places, according to Israeli fire and rescue authorities.

Amid reports of severe flooding nationwide due to heavy rain overnight Tuesday morning, first responders rescued dozens of people across the country.

A section of the security fence also collapsed in the West Bank, Israeli media reported.

Additionally, the Israel Fire and Rescue Authority noted that among those rescued by first responders were 10 people, including a mother and baby, in the West Bank community of Elkana.

“We received information that civilians were trapped in their homes due to flooding,” said team commander Reshef Tomer. “As soon as we arrived, we made contact with the civilians and evacuated them from their homes safely. »

The height of the water exceeded one meter in places, according to authorities.

Flooding in a house in Elkana, West Bank, on November 25, 2025. (CREDIT: SECTION 27A OF THE COPYRIGHT LAW)

Firefighters rescue Israel Natural Gas Lines employee from flooded river

Israel Fire and Rescue Service personnel also rescued an Israel Natural Gas Lines employee after the Yatir River near Hura overflowed its banks and flooded nearby roads in southern Israel.

First responders rescue a truck driver caught in a flood in southern Israel, November 25, 2025. (CREDIT: ISRAEL FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY)

After continued rescue efforts, first responders were able to rescue the driver and return the truck to dry land.

Personnel from the Israeli emergency medical service, Magen David Adom, are currently providing medical treatment to the driver at the scene.