The recent sudden heat wave affecting the Middle East took its toll on migrating Corncrakes as they ran out of fat and muscle during their flight from Africa to Europe and Asia. Luckily they were able to reach Eilat – the first patch of green habitation after endless deserts.
http://www.jpost.com/Enviro-Tech/Hundreds-of-Corncrake-birds-land-in-Eilat-due-to-heat-wave-351559