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Flights resume at Israel's Ramon Airport after earthquake in Eilat region
The Israel Airports Authority said Ramon Airport returned to full operation after inspections following a magnitude 4.5 quake and brief evacuation.
- Ramon Airport returned to full operation on Wednesday after a magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck about 30 km south of Eilat at 11:24 a.m., The Israel Airports Authority confirmed.
- Authorities evacuated Ramon Airport and residents in Eilat and the Arava region after emergency alerts instructed people to seek open spaces; emergency services reported no injuries.
- Ben Gurion near Tel Aviv remained unaffected by the tremor, while Ramon Airport suspended operations for infrastructure checks; personnel discovered broken glass at the facility.
- The Geological Survey revised the earthquake's magnitude to 4.5, with the epicenter located near Taba in Sinai approximately 224 kilometers from Israel.
- In response, the Home Front Command announced plans to expand earthquake preparedness, designating 2027 the Year of Earthquake Preparedness with nationwide training and drills.
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Tremor felt in southern Eilat area, with no injuries or damage reported
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