Following the fires in Haifa, Rambam Hospital raised its level of alert and opened a logistical emergency headquarters. Bnei Zion Medical Center also prepared for an emergency.
Bnei Zion opens telephone information center 1255145The hospital reported that by the time of the update, four victims in mild condition had been evacuated as a result of smoke inhalation.
MDA forces on high alert
Large forces of MDA, including ambulances, intensive care units, jeeps and command vehicles, were rushed to the fire area in Haifa. The teams are providing medical security to the firefighters and providing treatment to victims of smoke inhalation.
As of the date of the update, MDA medics and paramedics had provided medical treatment and evacuated six victims to Rambam Hospital in mild condition from smoke inhalation. Ambulances and mobile intensive care units were also prepared for the possibility of evacuating Fleiman Hospital, in coordination with the Ministry of Health and the Home Front Command.
MDA reported that since the beginning of the wave of fires, 35 people have been treated and evacuated to hospitals for smoke inhalation, whose condition was described as mild. The forces are working in coordination with the Israel Police, Fire and Rescue, the Home Front Command, and local authorities.
Guidelines for the public
MDA is calling on the public to follow the instructions of the security forces. Residents in the areas of the fires and thick smoke are asked to stay home, avoid going to the fire area, close shutters and windows, and not turn on air conditioning systems.
For any medical needs, call the emergency number. 101 of MDA, to receive immediate assistance and telephone guidance from medics and paramedics until the team arrives at the scene.
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