Israel, PT: Israel Defense Forces launch retaliatory airstrikes in Gaza Strip morning of Feb. 23 following earlier rocket fire /update 1

Event

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is launching retaliatory airstrikes in the Gaza Strip as of the morning of Feb. 23. The action comes after at least six rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip towards Israel's Southern District early Feb. 23. There have been no immediate reports of casualties as a result of the IDF airstrikes.

Heightened security measures are likely in the Southern District over the coming hours. Gaza-based militants may fire additional rockets at communities in southern Israel over the coming days; precautionary measures, such as evacuations, are possible in affected areas.

Advice

Monitor local media and abide by security forces' directives. If incoming mortar rounds or rockets are reported or warning sirens sound in the general vicinity, report to the nearest bomb shelter and await further instructions from authorities. If there is no shelter nearby, stay indoors, away from windows and exterior walls. If possible, move to a ground floor or basement.