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Rainy Election Day: Route 90 Closed Due to Flooding in Southern Israel
Heavy downpours across the Negev and Arava regions triggered severe flash floods on Election Day, leading to the closure of major southern routes including Route 90 near Eilat. The storms caused desert streams to overflow, significantly disrupting travel to and from Israel's southernmost city. Authorities have restricted movement as water volumes surged from the Eilat Mountains through the Arava valley up to the Dead Sea area, creating hazardous driving conditions and transportation challenges for voters and commuters.