CNN —The death toll from devastating flooding in Libya’s eastern coastal city of Derna has risen to at least 11,300, according to a UN report released Saturday, as search efforts continue.
The city of Derna was split into two after floodwaters swept through entire neighborhoods.
Derna, the epicenter of the disaster, was split into two after flood waters swept entire neighborhoods.
At least 30,000 people have been displaced in Derna alone, the UN said.
Almost 300,000 children who were exposed to the flooding due to Storm Daniel face increased risk of cholera, malnutrition, diarrhea, and dehydration.
Persons:
Sarah Sirgany, Storm Daniel, ” OCHA
Organizations:
CNN, UN, United Nations Office, Humanitarian Affairs, Storm, Ordnance
Locations:
Derna, Libya