Fire broke out near Gush Etzion Junction: 2 firefighting planes dispatched to the scene

A fire broke out in an open area near Gush Etzion Junction. Two firefighting planes were dispatched to the scene due to concerns of the fire spreading amid weather conditions. Firefighters and volunteers are operating in several sectors. Police are deployed in the area to manage traffic.

A fire broke out in an open area near Gush Etzion Junction. Two firefighting planes from the "Elad" squadron were dispatched to the scene due to concerns of the fire spreading amid weather conditions and winds. Firefighters and volunteers from the Judea regional station are operating in several sectors. Due to challenging terrain and the proximity of the fire to major traffic arteries and structures, the planes were dispatched. The incident commander, Fire Captain Michael Randy, stated that the fire is spreading under the cover of winds, and that reinforced teams are operating at the scene. Officers from the Etzion station are deployed in the area to keep onlookers away and manage traffic.