06 Oct 2024 | 10:34 PM UTC
Israel: Authorities continuing response to Hezbollah missile attack on Haifa as of early Oct. 7 /update 1
Hezbollah missile attack against Haifa, Israel, injures at least five people late Oct. 6. Emergency response continuing early Oct. 7.
Emergency crews are continuing their response to a Lebanese Hezbollah (LH) missile attack on the city of Haifa as of the early hours of Oct. 7; the attack took place at about 23:30 Oct. 6. At least five persons were injured in the incident; there have as yet been no reports of fatalities. According to preliminary information, at least five projectiles impacted in the city; although LH sources assert they were targeting an Israeli military base in the area, the exact impact locations remain unclear.
Increased security is likely throughout Haifa through at least late Oct. 7. Further attacks cannot be ruled out.
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 no shelter is nearby, stay indoors and away from windows and exterior walls. If possible, move to a ground floor or basement. Maintain contact with diplomatic missions. Avoid all demonstrations and concentrations of security personnel. Consider avoiding nonessential travel to Israel and the Palestinian Territories until the situation stabilizes. Reconfirm flights and the status of roads and border crossings. Arrive early at airports to allow additional time for processing. Monitor local media and abide by security forces' directives.
