SITUATION ANALYSIS

Description of the crisis

On September 10, 2023, northeastern Libya was struck by Storm Daniel, a severe weather system bringing winds of 70 to 80 km/h and an unprecedented rainfall of up to 240 mm. The storm impacted major urban areas such as Benghazi, Tobruk, Toukra, Talmeitha, Almarj, Taknes, Al Owailia, Bayada, Albayda, Shahhat, and Sousa. Derna, a coastal city, bore the brunt of the storm, suffering significant damage as a result of the collapse of its two dams. The resultant floodwaters, rising up to three meters, engulfed entire neighborhoods, sweeping them into the sea. The floods caused extensive damage to buildings, roads, health facilities, and water systems. In response, the Libyan Government in the east declared a state of emergency in Derna, formally requesting immediate international assistance on September 12, 2023.