Thousands of Libyans have lost family members, friends and neighbors in the devastating floods that engulfed the country's east. Many survivors are still sheltering inside the wrecked city of Derna, waiting for word that the bodies of their loved ones have been found. They are calling for accountability and reconstruction of their city but many are doubtful an investigation by local authorities would uncover the truth. The floods were caused by heavy rains from Mediterranean storm Daniel on the evening of Sept. 10. Overnight, the surging waters overwhelmed the two dams, sending a wall of water through Derna.

Source: Libya Today September 21, 2023 12:05 UTC