891 Buildings Completely Destroyed in after Deadly Storm in Libya

Derna, a city in eastern Libya, has faced unprecedented devastation in the aftermath of "Daniel" Storm, with the government reporting that 891 buildings have been completely destroyed. 

The disaster in Derna has added to the growing humanitarian crisis in the region, where the death toll from the flooding has already exceeded 11,000, and tens of thousands remain missing. 

These numbers are expected to rise as search and rescue efforts continue.

One of the most alarming concerns in the wake of the floods is the displacement of landmines, which have been carried by floodwaters from one location to another, posing a severe threat to civilians who are navigating the area on foot.

Nearly a week after Storm Daniel struck northeastern Libya, the humanitarian situation remains dire, particularly in Derna. 

The city is grappling with a severe shortage of clean drinking water, and at least 55 children have fallen ill from consuming contaminated water sources.

In the surrounding areas, which have endured years of armed conflicts, the United Nations has issued warnings about the dangers of landmines that have been dislodged and dispersed by floodwaters. 

These landmines now present a grave risk to civilians who are traversing the region on foot.