Israel, PT: Rocket sirens activated in southern Israel, Feb. 5

Event

Rocket sirens sounded in Sderot and surrounding towns in southern Israel during the early evening of Feb. 5. Sources within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are investigating what triggered the alarms and have as yet confirmed no actual rocket fire from the Gasa Strip. There have been no reports of damage or casualties.

Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security posture in the Southern District through the night of Feb. 5. Additional alarms, as well as actual rocket fire into southern Israel cannot be ruled out in the coming hours. 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.