Emergency

The diverse identity of United Hatzalah breaks all stereotypes

When a call comes in the question is not who the patient is, or who the responder is. The question is who can get there fastest.

United Hatzalah Volunteers on a bike
Fire rages at an apartment block in Antwerp on July 1, 2026.

Several people killed in fire at Antwerp apartment block, say Belgian police

Israeli security and rescue forces take part in an earthquake drill at Ziv Medical Center, Safed, northern Israel, December 23, 2025; illustrative.

In aftermath of Venezuela earthquake, Health Ministry conducts drill to boost preparedness

Volunteers pack kits to distribute to young families in Jerusalem, during war between Iran and Israel, June 15, 2025.

Israel failed to coordinate NIS 14.8 billion in October 7 volunteer aid, probe finds


Why Israel's advanced emergency dispatch system outperforms 911 - opinion

Despite Israel's cutting-edge multi-number dispatch system proving highly efficient, there are calls to switch to a 911 model. Explore why Israel’s existing setup silences these calls.

Israel has one of the most technologically advanced dispatch systems for its fire, police and emergency medical services, says the writer.

A human center in the shadow of the war

Navigating uncertainty: Moked Enosh Ltd. adapts to help the elderly population, providing essential support in challenging times.


The emergency purchase of firefighting ATVs for the north begins

The state will purchase 100 Can-Am Traxter vehicles and 50 other models for standby units to quickly reach and extinguish fires in areas attacked by Hezbollah.


In case of emergency: Magen David Adom prepares for Hezbollah attacks, possible power outages

The announcement came mere hours before Hezbollah launched a heavy barrage of over 40 rockets and five unmanned aerial vehicles from Lebanon into northern Israel.

 MDA prepares for conflict-related power shortages with training exercises

The air industry's server farm: Defense and availability in emergencies

The Air Industry and Techtonic, part of the Amram Avraham Group, signed an agreement to create a server farm for security system, government, and emergency organizations.


'Like Six Flags': Israel-New York flight forced to divert, passengers hospitalized

The Friday flight from Tel Aviv was forced to land 60 miles from New York due to "wind shear."

 An ElAl boeing 744 plane.

MDA warns of national blood shortage for all blood types

Magen David Adom (MDA) warned that they have been having significant challenges in obtaining the proper amount of blood required to treat patients.

 Magen David Adom Motorcycles

Feeding in War: Carfour Israel Wins Tender for Emergency Food Packages

The Economy and Industry Ministry announced a NIS 30 million tender for 80,000 emergency packages. Carfour Israel won to prepare 30,000 packages.


Haiti declares state of emergency amid violence, inmates on the run

Nearly 15,000 people have been forced to leave their homes in recent days, according to the UN International Organization for Migration.

 A demonstrator holds up a Haitian flag during a protest against Prime Minister Ariel Henry's government and insecurity, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti March 1, 2024.

Loss of life and livestock: 15 dead as deadly winter storms strikes Afghanistan

Security forces have been active in rescue efforts, saving 42 individuals stranded in snowstorms in Jawzjan province's Aqcha district.

 People walk on a snow-covered street on the so-called 'TV mountain' in Kabul, Afghanistan, January 30, 2023.