21 apr 2013
Witnesses: Man dies after falling from Gaza building
A 28-year-old man died on Sunday after falling from a building in Gaza City, locals said.
Witnesses told Ma'an that the unidentified man fell from his third-story apartment, and was taken to a nearby hospital where he died from his injuries.
Witnesses told Ma'an that the unidentified man fell from his third-story apartment, and was taken to a nearby hospital where he died from his injuries.
18 apr 2013
Elderly man killed in Hebron car accident
Jawad Jawdat al-Muhtaseb, 60, died of injuries sustained in a car accident in the Wadi al-Tufah area in Hebron on Thursday, Palestinian police said.
The accident was caused by a collision between two cars.
The elderly man was seriously wounded and transferred to al-Ahli hospital but he died in the intensive care unit.
Police opened an investigation before returning the body to the family.
The accident was caused by a collision between two cars.
The elderly man was seriously wounded and transferred to al-Ahli hospital but he died in the intensive care unit.
Police opened an investigation before returning the body to the family.
Gaza fire fighters quash blaze at store
Gaza's fire and rescue service on Thursday extinguished a blaze that broke out in a print store in the central Gaza Strip.
The fire was caused by an electrical fault and no injuries were reported, Gaza fire services directer Gamal Suheil said.
Extensive damage was caused to printers, paper and a number of photocopiers, Suheil added.
The fire was caused by an electrical fault and no injuries were reported, Gaza fire services directer Gamal Suheil said.
Extensive damage was caused to printers, paper and a number of photocopiers, Suheil added.
13 apr 2013
Gaza woman dies after self immolation
A 22-year-old woman died on Saturday after setting herself on fire last week, a medical official said.
Gaza health ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qidra told Ma'an that the woman, whose identity remained hidden, suffered burns to 80 percent of her body after pouring gasoline over herself and setting it alight.
Local sources told Ma'an that the incident, which took place in Rafah, was related to "family reasons".
Gaza health ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qidra told Ma'an that the woman, whose identity remained hidden, suffered burns to 80 percent of her body after pouring gasoline over herself and setting it alight.
Local sources told Ma'an that the incident, which took place in Rafah, was related to "family reasons".
Mother, kids hurt as car overturns in Hebron
A mother and her two kids were moderately wounded on Saturday when her car overturned in Halhul north of Hebron, a Ma’an reporter said.
The woman was heading to al-Thirweh area in Halhul when she lost control of the car. The two kids and the mother were transferred to al-Ahli hospital for treatment.
The woman was heading to al-Thirweh area in Halhul when she lost control of the car. The two kids and the mother were transferred to al-Ahli hospital for treatment.
7 hurt in car crash in Hebron
Seven members of the same family were injured in a car clash on Friday at the Wadi al-Jouz junction east of Hebron. Two of them were critically wounded while the others were lightly to moderately injured, medics said.
Four Red Crescent ambulances transferred the wounded to al-Ahli hospital in Hebron.
Palestinian Red Crescent Association official Nasser Qabaja told Ma’an that Ali Mohammad al-Rajabi, 10, and Aya Ahmad al-Rajabi, 19, were critically injured.
Ahmad al-Rajabi, 31, Hamdi al-Rajabi, 27, Sabrin al-Rajabi, 16, Rawan Ahmad al-Rajabi, 10, and Wardeh Ahmad al-Rajabi, 13 were moderately wounded.
Police opened an investigation.
Four Red Crescent ambulances transferred the wounded to al-Ahli hospital in Hebron.
Palestinian Red Crescent Association official Nasser Qabaja told Ma’an that Ali Mohammad al-Rajabi, 10, and Aya Ahmad al-Rajabi, 19, were critically injured.
Ahmad al-Rajabi, 31, Hamdi al-Rajabi, 27, Sabrin al-Rajabi, 16, Rawan Ahmad al-Rajabi, 10, and Wardeh Ahmad al-Rajabi, 13 were moderately wounded.
Police opened an investigation.
13-year-old dies after fall in Ramallah
Mohammad Iyad Dus, 13, died on Friday after falling off a building in Ramallah, police said.
A police report said that he fell off a 4-story building while checking his water tank.
His body was moved to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
A police report said that he fell off a 4-story building while checking his water tank.
His body was moved to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
12 apr 2013
1-year-old dies after falling unconscious in bath
A one-year-old boy in Israel's Negev died in hospital on Friday after falling unconscious in the bath, a hospital official said.
The boy's parents took him to a clinic in Ramat Hovav, where medics resuscitated him.
He was taken by ambulance to Soroka Hospital. A hospital spokeswoman told Ma'an the boy died in intensive care.
Police are investigating the incident, a Ma'an reporter said.
The boy's parents took him to a clinic in Ramat Hovav, where medics resuscitated him.
He was taken by ambulance to Soroka Hospital. A hospital spokeswoman told Ma'an the boy died in intensive care.
Police are investigating the incident, a Ma'an reporter said.
2 injured in road accident in Hebron
Two people were injured on Tuesday in a road accident between a military vehicle and a civilian car in Hebron, medics said.
The two injured were taken to al-Ahli Hospital with minor injuries.
The two injured were taken to al-Ahli Hospital with minor injuries.
8 apr 2013
Medics: 2 children injured by fireworks in Hebron
Two children were injured while playing with fireworks in the Hebron area on Monday, medics said.
Nabil Ahmad Bheis and Hatim Khalil Bheis, both 12, were taken to hospital in Yatta with serious burns to the chest and face, Red Crescent official Nasser Qabaja told Ma'an.
Nabil is in a critical condition while Hatim was moderately wounded.
Nabil Ahmad Bheis and Hatim Khalil Bheis, both 12, were taken to hospital in Yatta with serious burns to the chest and face, Red Crescent official Nasser Qabaja told Ma'an.
Nabil is in a critical condition while Hatim was moderately wounded.
Boy, 7, crushed to death by steel door
A 7-year-old boy was crushed to death by a steel door on Sunday in Rafat in southern Israel.
Adam Yasser al-Abreh was playing outside a shop for construction materials near his home late Sunday evening when the steel door fell on him, a Ma'an reporter said.
He was taken to Soroka Hospital but doctors were unable to save him.
The boy will be buried in the town's cemetery on Monday.
Adam Yasser al-Abreh was playing outside a shop for construction materials near his home late Sunday evening when the steel door fell on him, a Ma'an reporter said.
He was taken to Soroka Hospital but doctors were unable to save him.
The boy will be buried in the town's cemetery on Monday.
Construction worker dies in fall from 11th floor
A 21-year-old construction worker was killed on Monday when he fell from the 11th floor of a building in Ramallah.
Muhammad Shreiteh died instantly and his body was taken to hospital, a Ma'an reporter said.
After the incident, the Minister of Labor Ahmad Majdalani ordered work to stop on the building due to safety concerns.
Union official Mustapha Hanani condemned the accident and called for more safety inspections of building sites.
Muhammad Shreiteh died instantly and his body was taken to hospital, a Ma'an reporter said.
After the incident, the Minister of Labor Ahmad Majdalani ordered work to stop on the building due to safety concerns.
Union official Mustapha Hanani condemned the accident and called for more safety inspections of building sites.
Child dies in Rafah road accident
A 5-year-old boy died Sunday after he was run over by a truck in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip.
Firas Ahmad al-Satri died instantly. His body was taken to the Abu Yousef al-Najar Hospital.
Firas Ahmad al-Satri died instantly. His body was taken to the Abu Yousef al-Najar Hospital.
7 apr 2013
4-year-old girl killed in car accident
A 4-year-old girl died Sunday in an accident in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, a Ma'an reporter said.
Shortly after midnight, Ayan Mahareb's father did not notice his daughter who was sitting at the entrance of the family's property and accidentally ran over over with his car.
The girl was rushed to Nasser hospital where she was pronounced dead.
Shortly after midnight, Ayan Mahareb's father did not notice his daughter who was sitting at the entrance of the family's property and accidentally ran over over with his car.
The girl was rushed to Nasser hospital where she was pronounced dead.
6 apr 2013
7 injured in road accident near Bethlehem
Seven people were injured on Saturday in a road accident in al-Ubeidiya east of Bethelehem, medics said.
A taxi drifted off course before it flipped a number of times, a civil defense report said.
The taxi driver and six passengers were all injured mildly and moderately.
A taxi drifted off course before it flipped a number of times, a civil defense report said.
The taxi driver and six passengers were all injured mildly and moderately.
31 mar 2013
3 brothers who drowned laid to rest
Suliman (L), Nahed (C), Ateff Sariye (R), three brothers who were swept off to sea at Ashkelon beach, laid to rest Sunday after their bodies were discovered by divers; thousands arrive at funeral
Thousands attended the funeral of the three brothers, Suliman, 19, Nahed, 26, and Ateff, 16 of the Sariye family.
The brothers all drowned at an Ashkelon beach last week. The funeral took place at the Bedouin village of Kuseife, near the family's place of residence.
Police divers found the third body Sunday on the Ashkelon beach, where the Sariye brothers were swept away by the sea last week.
The body was found near the site where the second body was found on Saturday.
"I was hoping that my boys would be found alive and well," the boys' father Hassan said. "Unfortunately, it all ended in a great tragedy. I had wonderful boys.
"They weren't just brothers, they were friends. On the day of the incident my eldest told me he wanted to take the family to the beach for a change of scenery. They left happy and came back dead."
Thousands attended the funeral of the three brothers, Suliman, 19, Nahed, 26, and Ateff, 16 of the Sariye family.
The brothers all drowned at an Ashkelon beach last week. The funeral took place at the Bedouin village of Kuseife, near the family's place of residence.
Police divers found the third body Sunday on the Ashkelon beach, where the Sariye brothers were swept away by the sea last week.
The body was found near the site where the second body was found on Saturday.
"I was hoping that my boys would be found alive and well," the boys' father Hassan said. "Unfortunately, it all ended in a great tragedy. I had wonderful boys.
"They weren't just brothers, they were friends. On the day of the incident my eldest told me he wanted to take the family to the beach for a change of scenery. They left happy and came back dead."
|
|
The father added that "the Islam believes that everyone who dies at sea dies a saint, and I believe my sons died as saints."
MK Taleb Abu-Arar told Ynet: "Though the father lost three of his sons, he is still strong. We can learn something from him about dealing with disaster." After the third body was identified, Southern Police District Chief Commander Yoram Halevi said: "As time went by, the hope to find survivors was gone, and the rescue teams focused on finding the bodies." He commended all the officers and volunteers who helped with the search. According to eyewitnesses, Ateff and his cousin were the first to enter the water, and when they showed signs of distress the two other brothers tried to rescue them, but were swept away along with Ateff. |
30 mar 2013
Body of one of missing brothers found on Ashkelon beach
Suliman Sariye
Two days after Suliman, Nahed and Ateff Sariye were swept off to sea at Delilah Beach, Suliman's body discovered by divers; his brothers presumed drowned as well
A body discovered by rescue divers off Ashkelon's coast has been identified as Suliman Sariye, 19, one of the three brothers who were swept off to sea by a powerful current and presumed drowned on Thursday.
Police helicopters, divers and volunteers on jet skis and speedboats continued to search for his brothers, Nahed (26) and Ateff (16).
At approximately 5 pm Thursday, the three brothers were swept away while swimming during a family outing at Ashkelon's Delilah Beach, while ignoring instructions that forbade swimming in the area.
Eyewitnesses said Ateff and his cousin were the first to enter the water, and when they showed signs of distress the two other brothers tried to rescue them, but were swept away along with Ateff. Their father said Thursday, "I hope at least one of them comes out alive."
The Sariye family resides near the Bedouin town of Kseife in south Israel.
The three brothers all worked at an Of Tov factory in the Eshkol Regional Council. Chief Superintendent Haim Bublil of the Ashkelon police station said the public should be aware that there are no lifeguards on duty.
"The weather is expected to be nice this weekend, but we recommend that people refrain from entering the sea. It may appear inviting and calm, but there are whirlpools and other dangers, and there are no rescue services."
Two days after Suliman, Nahed and Ateff Sariye were swept off to sea at Delilah Beach, Suliman's body discovered by divers; his brothers presumed drowned as well
A body discovered by rescue divers off Ashkelon's coast has been identified as Suliman Sariye, 19, one of the three brothers who were swept off to sea by a powerful current and presumed drowned on Thursday.
Police helicopters, divers and volunteers on jet skis and speedboats continued to search for his brothers, Nahed (26) and Ateff (16).
At approximately 5 pm Thursday, the three brothers were swept away while swimming during a family outing at Ashkelon's Delilah Beach, while ignoring instructions that forbade swimming in the area.
Eyewitnesses said Ateff and his cousin were the first to enter the water, and when they showed signs of distress the two other brothers tried to rescue them, but were swept away along with Ateff. Their father said Thursday, "I hope at least one of them comes out alive."
The Sariye family resides near the Bedouin town of Kseife in south Israel.
The three brothers all worked at an Of Tov factory in the Eshkol Regional Council. Chief Superintendent Haim Bublil of the Ashkelon police station said the public should be aware that there are no lifeguards on duty.
"The weather is expected to be nice this weekend, but we recommend that people refrain from entering the sea. It may appear inviting and calm, but there are whirlpools and other dangers, and there are no rescue services."
29 mar 2013
3 brothers missing near Ashkelon beach
The beach, Thursday night
Divers search for three brothers missing near Ashkelon beach; swept to sea after trying to save youngest; 'I hope at least one survives,' says father
A diving team started searching on Friday morning for three brothers who were last seen at a beach near Ashkelon Thursday night.
According to testimonies, the youngest brother bathed in the sea with a cousin. They shouted for help and the two elder brothers came to their rescue, but were swept into the sea themselves.
"I hope at least one of them survives," said the father of Shenhad, 26, Suleiman, 19 and Ataf, 16.
Their cousin managed to make his way back to the beach and notified authorities, who started searching for the brothers immediately, but had to pause for the night due to poor visibility, resuming the search on Friday morning.
"We started by diving at the estimated drowning point," explained the Ashkelon chief of police. "We're aided by navy boats as well as by volunteers along the beach. Many family members have also joined in the searches."
The police chief urged citizens not to be tempted by the fair weather and bathe in the sea, since bathing season has not officially begun and there are no lifeguards at the beaches.
"Even though the sea may seem calm and inviting there are currents and other perils, and without rescue services swimming may be dangerous," the police chief warned.
Divers search for three brothers missing near Ashkelon beach; swept to sea after trying to save youngest; 'I hope at least one survives,' says father
A diving team started searching on Friday morning for three brothers who were last seen at a beach near Ashkelon Thursday night.
According to testimonies, the youngest brother bathed in the sea with a cousin. They shouted for help and the two elder brothers came to their rescue, but were swept into the sea themselves.
"I hope at least one of them survives," said the father of Shenhad, 26, Suleiman, 19 and Ataf, 16.
Their cousin managed to make his way back to the beach and notified authorities, who started searching for the brothers immediately, but had to pause for the night due to poor visibility, resuming the search on Friday morning.
"We started by diving at the estimated drowning point," explained the Ashkelon chief of police. "We're aided by navy boats as well as by volunteers along the beach. Many family members have also joined in the searches."
The police chief urged citizens not to be tempted by the fair weather and bathe in the sea, since bathing season has not officially begun and there are no lifeguards at the beaches.
"Even though the sea may seem calm and inviting there are currents and other perils, and without rescue services swimming may be dangerous," the police chief warned.
28 mar 2013
17-year-old dies after drowning
Teen dies of drowning during school field trip, three siblings announced missing at sea
A boy, 17, died Thursday after drowning in the Gan HaShlosha National Park. The teen, resident of east Jerusalem, was in a field trip with his school.
The teen was evacuated to the HaEmek Medical Center in Afula in critical condition and without a pulse. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.
"Students went into the water and at some point noticed that one of their friends was missing," said Magen David Adom Spokesman Zachy Heller, adding that some 15 minutes later the children found their friend at the bottom of the pool.
"Paramedics wer resuscitating and medicating him, and his death was pronounced at the ER," Heller added.
Earlier Thursday, three siblings, 16, 19 and 26, were reported missing after going in the water at an Ashkelon beach.
As many were on vacation, marking Passover Chol HaMoed, Israel's sites were crowded, and some were even closed due to full capacity.
According to the Nature and Parks Authority, during the Passover Chol HaMoed holiday more than 300,000 people visited Israel's sites and national parks.
During the day, rescue services were high in demand. Three rescue forces were called in to help some 136 hikers stranded in the Judean Desert. All hikers were eventually rescued.
In the Arava they assisted in the evacuation of 35-year-old woman who fell six meters into a stream and broke her leg.
In the north, they were called to assist in the search of an 8-year-old boy who had gotten lost during a trip with his family – the boy was found five hours later. In another incident they were called to help a car that had flipped over.
Wednesday saw the deadliest day in Israeli roads since May 2012, with seven people killed in car crashes
A boy, 17, died Thursday after drowning in the Gan HaShlosha National Park. The teen, resident of east Jerusalem, was in a field trip with his school.
The teen was evacuated to the HaEmek Medical Center in Afula in critical condition and without a pulse. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.
"Students went into the water and at some point noticed that one of their friends was missing," said Magen David Adom Spokesman Zachy Heller, adding that some 15 minutes later the children found their friend at the bottom of the pool.
"Paramedics wer resuscitating and medicating him, and his death was pronounced at the ER," Heller added.
Earlier Thursday, three siblings, 16, 19 and 26, were reported missing after going in the water at an Ashkelon beach.
As many were on vacation, marking Passover Chol HaMoed, Israel's sites were crowded, and some were even closed due to full capacity.
According to the Nature and Parks Authority, during the Passover Chol HaMoed holiday more than 300,000 people visited Israel's sites and national parks.
During the day, rescue services were high in demand. Three rescue forces were called in to help some 136 hikers stranded in the Judean Desert. All hikers were eventually rescued.
In the Arava they assisted in the evacuation of 35-year-old woman who fell six meters into a stream and broke her leg.
In the north, they were called to assist in the search of an 8-year-old boy who had gotten lost during a trip with his family – the boy was found five hours later. In another incident they were called to help a car that had flipped over.
Wednesday saw the deadliest day in Israeli roads since May 2012, with seven people killed in car crashes
16 mar 2013
|
|
WATCH: Dozens Killed, Wounded in Bus Crash Carrying Palestinian Pilgrims
15 Palestinian pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia were killed in a bus crash near Amman, Jordan, and many others injured, said Jordanian security sources.
President Mahmoud Abbas sent his condolences to the families of the dead and ordered to follow up on the situation of the wounded and to provide them with whatever assistance needed. A statement by the Jordanian General Security said that the bus carrying Palestinians from Jenin area in the West Bank on their way to Allenby Bridge on the River Jordan after performing Umrah in Mecca collided with a truck in al-Adasiay area. |
Jenin governor Talal Dweikat said 15 Palestinians were killed and over 31 received moderate to serious injuries.
He said that all injuries were transferred to a number of hospitals to receive treatment.
The bus company's manager Samih Mas'ad told Palestinian official news agency WAFA that the bus was only carrying passengers from Jenin.
He said that all injuries were transferred to a number of hospitals to receive treatment.
The bus company's manager Samih Mas'ad told Palestinian official news agency WAFA that the bus was only carrying passengers from Jenin.
|
|
|