This document presents key findings from a nationwide online survey conducted among a sample of 1,000 respondents aged 18–80 in Israel, between March 26–31, 2026. The survey examines the types of protective measures available to the public, patterns of protective behavior during sirens, and the main barriers to using protected spaces during Operation “Roaring Lion.”
The survey also includes data on two key population groups: people with disabilities (19% of the sample) and individuals aged 60–80 (20% of the sample). It enables a comparative analysis of disparities in accessibility, behavior, and risk perception, as well as incidents of falls and injuries on the way to protected spaces.
The findings indicate variation across population groups and geographic areas in both the availability and use of protective measures, as well as the influence of physical, perceptual, and social factors on behavior during sirens.
^The survey does not include representation of residents of Judea and Samaria due to a low response rate.
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Citing suggestion (APA):
Ostrovsky-Berman, E., Hercowitz-Amir, A., Nager Edelman, R., Cohen, Y., Barlev, L., & Resnizky, S. (2026). Public preferences and protective measures during operation “Roaring Lion”. Myers-JDC-Brookdale Institute.