Israel: Jaffa (Tel Aviv) fire contained November 28 /update 1

Event

At least four people died and five people were injured after an explosion at a paint store on Yefet Street in the Jaffa area of Tel Aviv in the evening of Monday, November 27. Officials have not yet ascertained the cause of the explosion, but do not believe it is criminal or terrorist in nature. As of 04:00 (local time) on Tuesday, November 28, authorities have contained the blaze and are conducting an investigation into the matter.

Advice

Individuals in Tel Aviv are advised to monitor the situation and avoid the area of the blast.