Dozens killed in stampede at Israeli holy site

The stampede took place at Mount Meron during Lag BaOmer festivities.

Dozens have been killed and many more injured in a stampede late Thursday in Israel at Mount Meron during Lag BaOmer festivities. Magen Daviv Adom, Israel's national emergency medical services, said there were "dozens" killed, but did not offer specific numbers. It also said in a tweet that that 38 were critically inured and still at the location, six were in critical condition at a hospital, 18 were severely injured, two were moderately injured and 39 were lightly injured. Video from the scene showed dozens of ambulances lined up for patients. The Israeli military said it sent helicopters to aid in rescue efforts.