At the end of April, large-scale wildfires broke out in the Judean Hills and surrounding areas of Jerusalem. The fires engulfed tens of thousands of dunams of forest and agricultural land. High temperatures and strong winds made the situation worse. The fires spread rapidly, threatening residential areas and natural reserves. Among the hardest-hit regions were Eshtaol, Latrun, and Ramat Beit Shemesh. The area around Canada Park also suffered significant damage. Fire services and the army launched a large-scale firefighting operation. Dozens of fire brigades were deployed to the scene. Aircraft and helicopters were also involved in extinguishing the flames. Israel requested international assistance. Support teams arrived from Italy, France, Croatia, and other countries. Due to the danger to human life, thousands of residents were evacuated. People from Neve Shalom, Mishmar Ayalon, and Yad HaShmona were forced to leave their homes. The total number of evacuees exceeded 10,000. Several highways, including Route 1, were temporarily closed. Train service between Jerusalem and Modi’in was also suspended. The fires came dangerously close to residential areas and infrastructure. Schools, kindergartens, and tourist centers were evacuated. Fortunately, mass casualties were avoided. However, according to official reports, more than 40 people were injured. Most suffered from smoke inhalation, and several were hospitalized. Environmental experts describe the damage to nature as catastrophic. Large forest areas and rare plants were destroyed. Wild animals were forced to flee their habitats. Air quality in Jerusalem deteriorated significantly. On some days, the city ranked among the most polluted in the world. The causes of the fires are still under investigation. Possible reasons include negligence, arson, and extreme weather. Experts link the events to the effects of climate change. The wildfires highlighted the urgent need for better environmental protection and improved emergency preparedness.