Rare snow blankets Jerusalem as wintry weather hits Israel

A rare snow fell on northern Israel and blanketed the city of Jerusalem, February 17, 2021. /VCG

This was the first snow the city has seen since 2019. /VCG

The snowfall left several roads in the region closed to traffic, and blocked parts of the main road that connects Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. /VCG

The snowy weather is expected to last until the weekend, bearing fears of flooding in desert areas. /VCG