Torrential rains from Storm Daniel shattered two dams near Derna, on Libya’s northeastern coast, over the weekend, destroying much of the city and washing entire neighborhoods out to sea.
The flooding swept away entire families in Derna on Sunday night and exposed vulnerabilities in the oil-rich country that has been mired in conflict since a 2011 uprising that toppled long-ruling dictator Moammar Gadhafi.
Libya flood death toll in Derna reaches 11,300, but local officials suggest it could be higher. Storm caused deadly flooding. Rescue efforts continue as bodies are buried and search for missing continues. International aid and support provided. UN issues emergency appeal for funding.
With the morgues overwhelmed in Libya and rescue efforts becoming extremely difficult due to destroyed roads, the country is going battling against all odds. The death toll has crossed over 11,000 and the humanitarian efforts are continuing in the flood-hit country
The two dams in the port city could not withstand the devastation brought about by Storm Daniel, causing massive torrents of floods throughout residences.