According to sources, a couple who have had their own apartment in Eilat for 30 years and usually stay there for long periods are accustomed to life and activity in the tourist resort. However, it is quiet and still now in Eilat. Johan Fjellström, a resident, said, "There are no people on the beaches and schools are closed.
" The specific conflict causing this situation has not been identified. People in Eilat are accustomed to conflicts and take it very calmly, according to Johan Fjellström, who added, "It is easier than I perhaps thought. It depends on that people here are accustomed to conflicts and take it very calmly.
There are no people on the beaches and schools are closed. We have heard that even hotels are on the verge of closing.
" The couple hopes the conflict will not be long-lasting. " From their rooftop terrace, they can see Jordan, Saudi Arabia on the horizon, and Taba in Egypt is just a mile away. They can cross over into Egypt if they feel they need to.
" The overall evacuation status in Eilat remains unclear.
It is easier than I perhaps thought. It depends on that people here are accustomed to conflicts and take it very calmly. But of course, one is prepared that something could happen.
There are still people in cafes and so – and there are shelters nearby if it should be needed.
We are aware that it is almost impossible to get home at the moment.
But we are doing well here and do not hear others talking about wanting to leave from here.