Winds at 100 km/h. A cold storm is coming to Israel

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After a week of rain, during which there was a significant improvement in the balance of precipitation in the north and in the center of Israel, it became clear this morning that a cold winter storm is approaching the country, which has received the name ” ;Barbara". This is the second significant storm of this winter.

According to forecasts, tomorrow (Monday) the weather in Israel will be “on the rise”. with impressive rainfall, extreme cold and strong winds in most parts of the country. According to the forecast, a lot of precipitation is expected, from 50 to 100 mm of precipitation in the north and in the center, and in other areas even more – mainly in the mountains in the north and in the center. In addition, the storm will be accompanied by strong winds that will reach 100 km/h, and there is a real concern that damage will be caused as a result of the wind.

“Strong winds are expected that can reach 100 km /h, along with very high waves,” explains forecaster Nachum Malik in an interview with mako. “We recommend tying objects to balconies and securing things that can blow in the wind.” Strong winds will be felt throughout the country, from the north through the center and the Negev, with an emphasis on the coast where the strongest winds are likely to be felt. In addition, sea waves will rise to a height of 4-8 meters.

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