Israel braces for Storm Cornera this weekend as the Israel Meteorological Service warns of heavy rain and widespread flooding, especially in the north, center.
Jerusalem, 24 December, 2025 (TPS-IL) — Storm Cornera is set to hit Israel this weekend, bringing heavy rain and widespread flooding, the Israel Meteorological Service warned on Wednesday.
Rain will begin Saturday morning, mainly in the north and center, and intensify on Sunday. The central and southern coast, Samaria, and the Jerusalem mountains are expected to face heavy flooding. Additional flood risks include the Judean Desert, Dead Sea streams, and parts of the northern Negev.
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