JERUSALEM (Press Release) — The worst fire in Israel’s history is raging across Haifa and the Carmel Forest. Lives have already been lost, and many more are in danger as Israel’s Fire and Rescue Services and JNF-KKL foresters battle the blaze.
As all forests in Israel are urban forests and abut either large cities or small villages, lives, homes, and livelihood are always at risk. Hundreds of residents are being evacuated as thousands of dunams of forest have been consumed by the flames.
Rescue teams and equipment are being brought in from all over the country. Shimon Romach, Israel’s Fire Commissioner, is calling on the international community for support during this disaster.
The following link was established by Jewish National Fund for people wishing to contribute to its special relief fund to fight this fire and help its victims: https://secure2.convio.net/jnf/site/Donation2?df_id=3180&3180.donation=form1&JServSessionIdr004=rbuiiuq7d4.app226a