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Philadelphians, Organizations Feel The Impact After Iran Launched Hundreds Of Missiles Into Israel

The weekend airstrikes left Michael Balaban fearing for the safety of his friends and family in the country.

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April 16, 2024

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- According to Israeli officials, Iran launched hundreds of missiles into Israel over the weekend. The impact of the attack is being felt by some in our area.

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The weekend airstrikes left Michael Balaban fearing for the safety of his friends and family in the country.

"They had been ordered to safe rooms and missiles were on the way," Balaban said. "I don't think anyone realized it was going to be such a massive strike of over 330 missiles and drones."

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