Israel gets first major rainfall of the season

The fall is finally upon us as cities across Israel report everything from a drizzle to a downpour; the rainy forecast did not deter Israelis, though, as some 45,000 went out into nature.
Gilad Carmeli, Elisha Ben Kimon|
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Israel experienced the first major rainfall of the season on Sunday afternoon, with several areas, particularly in the center, reporting everything from a drizzle to a downpour.
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Rain in Rishon Lezion 
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Tel Aviv, Holon, Rishon Lezion and the northern city of Haifa have all reported precipitation.
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Rain in HolonRain in Holon
Rain in Holon
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The day started out warmer and drier, however, prompting some 45,000 Israelis to travel to nature reserves and national parks.
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Visitors at the Qumran national parkVisitors at the Qumran national park
Visitors at the Qumran national park
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Among the popular destinations were the national parks Caesarea, Herodion, Zippori and Yarkon. Gush Etzion was also among the more visited places.
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Israeli visitors in Gush EtzionIsraeli visitors in Gush Etzion
Israeli visitors in Gush Etzion
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The rain and colder weather are expected to continue throughout the afternoon and evening Sunday.
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