Israel, PT: Rocket sirens activated in Southern District early March 8

Event

Rocket sirens have been activated near Sderot, Southern District, as of early March 8 following reports of projectile fire from the Gaza Strip. No damage or casualties were immediately reported in connection with projectiles. The attack comes after Israel Defense Forces (IDF) carried out a raid in Jenin March 7 that killed at least six Palestinians and wounded 12 others.

Israeli forces will likely launch retaliatory strikes on suspected militant targets in the Gaza Strip. 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.