Storm Byron brought heavy rainfall to Israel starting late Wednesday, with downpours expected to continue through Thursday evening. Meteorologists forecast between 100 and 150 millimeters of rain along the coast, raising concerns about flooding in the coastal plain and Shephelah regions. The northern Negev and Judean Desert were also at risk of flash floods as the rain persisted into the night. The heaviest rainfall was predicted for Tel Aviv and nearby cities through midday Thursday, before shifting southward later in the day. Conditions are expected to improve by Friday, with calmer weather anticipated for the weekend.