Libya Derna News Today

Wars, shifting geopolitics, climate change and economic headwinds have all had profound effects on the region in 2023 and will dominate the agenda of its leaders in 2024

Devastating flooding caused by heavy rains in eastern Libya has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people and displaced tens of thousands more. The city of Derna was hit particularly hard, with two dams collapsing and causing a wall of water to rush through the city. Many residents are still waiting for news about missing relatives and loved ones.

Mediterranean storm Daniel caused deadly flooding Sunday in many towns of eastern Libya, but the worst hit was Derna.

The two dams in the port city could not withstand the devastation brought about by Storm Daniel, causing massive torrents of floods throughout residences.

The death toll so far, has crossed 5,300

Chaos continues in Libya after two dams flooded the city of Derna, with more than 5,000 people killed by the tsunami-like wave that has displaced over 30,000 residents.