At least 11,300 lives have been lost, and over 10,000 remain missing after Hurricane Daniel ravaged Derna, Libya, on September 10. The historic city, now evacuated, faces a dire humanitarian crisis as residents tirelessly search for their loved ones along the sea.
The Libyan Red Crescent reported the staggering death toll and the vast number of missing persons, highlighting the urgent need for aid. Compounding the tragedy is the fear of potential epidemics, as stray bodies have begun decomposing just four days post-disaster.
Exclusive footage from CGTN Stringer on September 14 captures the harrowing scenes of residents sifting through rubble and organizing vehicles by the shoreline in hopes of finding survivors. Amid the chaos, a poignant graffiti emerged on a wall reading, \"Derna is the origin of civilization,\" serving as a testament to the city's rich history and the resilience of its people.
As international communities rally to support Libya, the focus remains on providing immediate relief and preventing further loss of life in this unfolding disaster.
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Libya flood: Derna residents searching for bodies by the sea
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