Official announcements from Magen David Adom (MDA)

Israel's MDA Raises Alert to Peak Nationwide Amid Hezbollah Threat

Aug 25, 2024, 02:44 AM

Israel's national emergency and ambulance service, Magen David Adom (MDA), has raised its alert level to 'peak alertness' nationwide. This decision follows a security assessment by MDA Director General Eli Bin amid concerns of a potential large-scale attack by Hezbollah targeting the northern and central regions of the country. The alert status was elevated after an unconfirmed tip-off from American intelligence. Additionally, Israel's largest volunteer medical organization, Ichud Hatzalah, has also heightened its alert status, instructing its 7,000 volunteers to ensure readiness in response to the security situation. The announcement was made by MDA spokesman Zaki Heller on Sunday morning.