The rehearsal was aired due to the cancellation of the planned live event amid the raging fires across Israel.
The IDF has also deployed dozens of rescue teams to assist in the efforts to extinguish the fires.
United Hatzalah is also treating fellow first responders and firefighters who are battling fires and risking their lives to save others.
On wildfire days, tens of thousands of people are exposed to smoke outdoors—many without realizing the risk.
Firefighters have been remaining in close contact with the Meteorological Service as they work to contain multiple blazes.
"Youth of the West Bank, youth of Jerusalem, and those inside Israel, set their cars ablaze... Gaza awaits the revenge of the free," the terrorist organization wrote.
Many highways have been closed, and trains and buses have been halted as well.
“We’re trying to save ourselves. Some soldiers and police officers directed us toward Tel Aviv," the evacuee continued.
Independence Day events along with the Hostage rally that was scheduled for tonight have been cancelled due to the extreme weather.
The aircraft is capable of dropping tens of thousands of liters of water or fire retardant in a single mission, making it one of the most powerful tools available in fighting wildfires.
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