Disaster zone in Libya's Derna as dozens feared dead from Storm Daniel flooding

The Libyan government has declared the city of Derna a disaster zone as dozens are feared dead following floods caused by Mediterranean Storm Daniel. Up to 50 people are feared dead in the city of Derna, Libyan media reports said. At least one person, a man, was confirmed dead due to the storm after he was stuck inside his car surrounded by heavy flooding. A number of homes were also destroyed in several areas of eastern Libya. On Saturday, authorities in eastern Libya declared a state of emergency, which included suspending classes in all public and private educational institutions, closing shops and enforcing curfews.