Tamer Ramadan, who led the delegation of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) sent to Libya, stated in a statement to the press that they confirmed that 10 thousand people were missing as a result of the floods.
Stating that more than 2 thousand people were displaced due to the flood disaster in the country, IOM said, "We have determined that at least 2 thousand 85 people have been displaced due to torrential rains and floods that started on Sunday, 10 September 2023 in Libya, causing serious damage and a significant number of casualties."
"VOLUNTEERS ARE FIGHTING HEROICALLY"
"Our volunteers are playing a heroic role in the evacuation of families trapped in flood-affected areas in eastern Libya. They are making great efforts to rescue these families and move them to safe areas. These humanitarian efforts are an inspiration for all and reflect sacrifice and solidarity in the face of urgent disasters."
On the other hand, the Libyan Department of Media and Public Communication said: "The Council of Ministers held an emergency session on the effects of the storm that hit the eastern parts of Libya, chaired by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dibeybe and in the presence of the President of the Presidential Council."
