Large Fire Spreads in Ben Shemen Forest, Highway 6 Blocked in Both Directions at Daniel Interchange; Firefighting Planes Deployed

A large fire is spreading in Ben Shemen Forest, and Highway 6 has been blocked in both directions at the Daniel Interchange. Firefighting planes have been deployed, and the Fire and Rescue Services are calling on the public to avoid the area and follow the instructions of security and rescue forces.

A large fire is spreading in Ben Shemen Forest, and as a result, Highway 6 has been blocked in both directions at the Daniel Interchange. Firefighting planes have been deployed to the scene. The Fire and Rescue Services of Israel are calling on the public to avoid the area and follow the instructions of security and rescue forces. The report, published on the mako website on August 4, 2026, includes a photo of firefighting efforts in the Ein Karem area, but does not provide details on the extent of the fire, casualties, or a possible cause. The article is short and relies on the Fire and Rescue Services' statement, without additional testimonies or reactions.

Large Fire Spreads in Ben Shemen Forest, Highway 6 Blocked in Both Directions at Daniel Interchange; Firefighting Planes Deployed