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EMBASSY OF ISRAEL Washington, D.C.   Israel Responds to Unprecedented Fire in the North Useful Links Ministry of Foreign Affairs Embassy of Israel Information on the Fire December 3, 2010 Statement by Ambassador Michael Oren in Response to the Fire in Northern Israel   The State of Israel is facing a fire of unprecedented magnitude. We mourn the tragic loss of life and deeply regret the devastation to communities, wildlife, and forests.   The People of Israel have been profoundly moved by the outpouring of support from a number of foreign countries, including many in our region.  We are especially grateful to President Barack Obama for his expression of support.  "That's what friends do for each other," he said last night, and he personally assured me that the administration would do its utmost to aid Israel swiftly in its hour of need.   We are ready to begin the task of rebuilding-restoring the damaged communities, replenishing the wildlife, and planting new forests.   The State of Israel has surmounted many challenges in its short history.  Together with our friends worldwide, we will overcome this too.   For more information: Embassy of Israel  The World Offers Assistance and Support in Israel's Effort to Combat the Fire From Ynet News: Israeli authorities are expecting to receive more than 20 firefighting aircraft Thursday night from Britain, France, Romania, Greece, Cyprus, Spain, Croatia, Azerbaijan and Russia to help in the effort to contain the northern blaze that claimed at least 40 lives.   Turkish officials announced that they too will be sending two firefighting airplanes. Egypt also pledged to send a plane to help battle the blaze. Later Thursday, Jordan and Bulgaria said they are willing to send firefighting teams to help contain the fire. Italy also said it would offer assistance.   For the full article: Ynet News JNF-KKL to Help Coordinate Relief Effort  The Jewish National Fund - Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael is coordinating with the Government of Israel to help lead the response to the fire in Northern Israel. As all forests in Israel are urban forests and abut either large cities or small villages, lives, homes, and livelihood are always at risk. Hundreds of residents are being evacuated as thousands of dunams of forest have been consumed by the flames. Rescue teams and equipment are being brought in from all over the country. Shimon Romach, Israel's Fire Commissioner, is calling on the international community for support during this disaster.   For more information about JNF-KKL's relief efforts: Jewish National Fund More Information and Resources In the Carmel region of Israel, firefighters continue to battle the largest forest fire in Israel's history. In order to provide accurate, up-to-date information on the developing situation in Northern Israel, the Embassy has a created a website dedicated to this pressing issue including: statements, articles, and additional links.   To view the site: Embassy of Israel   Benjamin Sack Director of National Initiatives Embassy of Israel Phone: 202-364-5542 // Fax: 202-364-5423

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