Israel preparing Ashkelon for post-disengagement rocket attacks

IMRA carries the unsurprising story...

Israel Television Channel Two News reported this evening that Israel is preparing for the rocket attacks that are expected to hit Ashkelon after Israel withdraws from the Gaza Strip.

The radar system for tracking incoming rockets and loudspeaker system so that the public can be warned to take cover a few seconds before the rockets slam into the city are already being installed. In addition, the roofs of school buildings are being reinforced.

It was not clear from the report as to what measures will protect the strategic targets located in Ashkelon (tank farms, etc.).

It should be noted that the expectation of rocket attacks against Ashkelon after the withdrawal was presented in the same tone as a report on preparations for bad weather (inevitable).