Rare summer storms reach Israel after battering Cyprus

The Israel Meteorological Service issued a yellow warning on Saturday for the northern mountains, the Hula Valley, and the Sea of Galilee area. Dr. Amir Givati, director of the service, stated that the summer rains, which had already affected neighboring countries including Cyprus, Lebanon, and Iraq, have reached northern Israel. Forecasts indicate that rainfall will be light and concentrated primarily in the Western Galilee, continuing through Sunday afternoon. The storm caused significant damage in Cyprus, including downed trees, blocked roads, and power outages. Israeli passengers traveling from Cyprus reported turbulent flights and expressed anxiety after receiving emergency alerts on their phones during the severe weather. Conditions in Israel are expected to improve by Tuesday, with temperatures forecast to rise slightly above the seasonal average.