The interior ministry of this administration grimly reports a staggering death toll exceeding 5,000 people, marking one of the deadliest natural disasters in recent memory.

By Brian Magiri,

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the picturesque coastal city of Derna, nestled in the northeastern region of Libya, has been left reeling from the catastrophic impact of Storm Daniel. The storm, which struck with unrelenting fury, has not only claimed the lives of thousands but has also left an estimated 10,000 residents unaccounted for in its devastating aftermath.

The disaster, brought about by torrential rains that triggered flash flooding, has thrust Libya’s eastern-based administration into a crisis of unprecedented proportions. The interior ministry of this administration grimly reports a staggering death toll exceeding 5,000 people, marking one of the deadliest natural disasters in recent memory.

The catastrophe unfolded as the heavens unleashed their wrath upon Derna, causing two dams to burst under the immense pressure of the surging waters. In a matter of hours, what was once a vibrant and thriving city turned into a scene of unimaginable devastation.

Rescue and recovery efforts are underway on a scale never before witnessed in Libya’s recent history. The nation’s emergency response teams, with support from neighboring regions, are working tirelessly to locate survivors, provide medical assistance, and recover the bodies of those lost to the floodwaters