How the failure of two dams amplified the Derna Flood tragedy

How the failure of two dams amplified the Derna Flood tragedy

A new study reveals that the devastating 2023 flood in Derna, Libya, was not merely the result of extreme rainfall but was drastically intensified by a major design shortcoming and its resulting collapse of two embankment dams.

Haftar Vows Full Support for Derna’s Reconstruction Efforts

Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar expressed renewed optimism for Libya’s future during a visit to Derna, where he inaugurated a new administrative complex. Speaking at a public iftar gathering, he praised the resilience of Derna’s people and reaffirmed his commitment to rebuilding the city and surrounding areas, which were devastated by Storm Daniel in 2023. “We are optimistic and confident that what lies ahead will be better—thanks to the strong wil…

A new study reveals that the devastating 2023 flood in Derna, Libya, was not simply the result of extreme precipitation, but was considerably intensified by a major design gap and its collapse resulting in two embankment dams. Thanks to advanced hydrological modelling and satellite data analysis, [...]