The scale of the tragedy in Libya has become apparent as the death toll from...
Published: 5:44 am September 15, 2023
Updated: 10:34 am October 8, 2025
Devastating Floods In Libya Claim Thousands Of Lives

The scale of the tragedy in Libya has become apparent as the death toll from the catastrophic flooding has risen to a staggering 11,000 lives lost, with an additional 20,000 individuals still unaccounted for, according to reports from the Red Crescent in Derna. This disaster unfolded following the rupture of two dams on a tragic Sunday.

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Tragically, the aftermath of the flooding has left approximately 2,000 bodies adrift in the sea, while rescue workers tirelessly recover the deceased from the wreckage left in the wake of the deluge.

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