Ramon Airport Returns to Full Operations After Southern Earthquake

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The Airports Authority temporarily froze air activity at Ramon Airport after a 4.5-magnitude earthquake felt in the Eilat area. To carry out scans and checks of the infrastructure, flights at the airfield were halted, and during the quake passengers were evacuated to an open area.

The quake caused minor damage at the airfield, mainly broken glass. The quake was also felt in the control tower, and passengers and residents described moments of panic, when the floor moved and the water in bottles shook.

After comprehensive checks that found no damage to the runways or terminal, Ramon Airport returned to full operations. The Home Front Command approved a return to buildings that were not damaged, and flights resumed after a freeze of about 20 minutes.