The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has urged residents to use designated routes only and to follow the instructions given by security forces.

The IDF announced the opening of a temporary crossing to allow civilians to leave Gaza City and enter the southern Gaza Strip.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has urged residents to use only the designated route and to follow the instructions given by security personnel.

The army also announced that traffic signals have been placed on the road to help civilians.

As of Tuesday, approximately 350,000 of the estimated one million residents of Gaza City have left.