Temperatures reach over 104 degrees Fahrenheit in parts of the country, with heatwave expected to continue for days

Examination is included in list of steps announced by ministry director, following review of weather conditions and mishaps that saw 260,000 Israelis cut off from power on June 2

Malfunctions and poor planning led to outages for 300,000 Israelis in temperatures of over 40°C, as inefficiency and red tape hinder expansion, optimization of power grid

Fire service braces for potential conflagrations after some 170 blazes broke out during last weekend's heatwave

Higher-than-average temperatures will last until at least Thursday, with firefighters anticipating potential blazes

Officials recommend avoiding exposure to the sun, say the elderly and those with chronic health problems should take particular care; temperatures to peak on Thursday

Temperatures will continue to rise Wednesday and reach their peak on Thursday accompanied by severe humidity, posing a health risk to some

2,000 firefighters and 17 helicopters deployed to fight fire that has burned through 14,200 acres and destroyed 10 properties; ex-VP Gore warns against US 'inaction' on climate

Israel Meteorological Service warns of 'serious to extreme heatwaves in most parts of the country' as the week goes on

While this year's summer not out of ordinary, experts warn country to witness more intense summers and drop in average rainfall by middle of century, as global temperatures rise