The attacks caused extensive damage to several buildings, and the force of the explosion indicates that conventional warheads with hundreds of kilograms of explosives were used.
NOW: Destruction in Arad, Israel, after an Iranian missile strike. https://t.co/zxKLU45wgc pic.twitter.com/r3hulEt2FA
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In Arad, a five-year-old girl is in serious condition after being hit by a ballistic missile, paramedics said. The Magen David Adom Emergency Service said its teams treated dozens of people with minor to serious injuries after several residential buildings were damaged in the attack.
Iranian missile impact site in Dimona. pic.twitter.com/7DGzeJWORR
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Footage is circulating on social media that appears to show the moment of the impact and the explosion that reverberates through the city.
“This is an event of enormous proportions,” the emergency services chief said, describing scenes of chaos and uncertainty.
Arad, Israel. pic.twitter.com/0e3aR4bDoa
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“We have lost contact with some people and we fear for their safety,” he added, reports Index.
One building collapsed, and people are believed to be trapped inside. Another building is on fire, which is why it is feared that the number of casualties could rise as rescue operations continue.
(Vijesti.ba)
