August disguised as fall: Thunderstorms, extreme heatwave expected as Israel nears end of summer...

Nature and environment | Aug 16, 2026, 8:28 AM

Heavy rainfall in eastern Israel on Saturday caused flooding and flash floods after large amounts of rain fell in a short period.

Thunderstorms and an extreme heatwave are forecast for Israel as summer ends, producing August conditions that resemble fall weather.

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