Eastern Libya authorities say 2,000 dead in flood, thousands missing
Eastern Libya authorities say 2,000 dead in flood, thousands missing
Authorities in eastern Libya said at least 2,000 people were killed and thousands more were missing after a massive flood ripped through the city of Derna following a heavy storm and rain.
BENGHAZI, Sept 11 (Reuters) - Authorities in eastern Libya said at least 2,000 people were killed and thousands more were missing after a massive flood ripped through the city of Derna following a heavy storm and rain.
The head of the Red Crescent aid group in the region had earlier on Monday said Derna's death toll was at 150 and expected to hit 250. Reuters could not independently verify either figure.
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Does anybody know of a credible organization to donate to that is providing aid for the victims?
My choice would usually be the ICRC. They do excellent work. I don’t know if they have launched a specific appeal for this yet. https://www.icrc.org/
The article you posted mentions the Red Crescent group https://www.ifrc.org/donate