Israel

Huge forest fire approaches Jerusalem

May 26, 2016 13:50
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People have been evacuated from their homes in the parts of the Ramot neighbourhood of Jerusalem as a huge forest fire, fanned by high winds, has moved towards the area.

Firefighters also evacuated homes in Mevasseret Zion, west of the city; and in Gilo in south-east Jerusalem.

Fire trucks and firefighting aircraft were sent to tackle the blaze approaching Ramot.

No injuries have been reported so far.