The Presidential Council of Libya called on friendly countries and international institutions to assist the victims of the flood caused by the Hurricane Daniel, who fell to the east of the country and the Central Mediterranean.
“International solidarity will have a positive impact on the restoration of Libya after the consequences of such a large -scale natural disaster,” the statement said.
In addition, the Libyan authorities called on neighboring countries and international organizations to assist in search and rescue work.
The Council also urged residents of the country to comply with instructions and security warnings published by the army and relevant institutions, as well as provide assistance to the authorities in order to overcome the current crisis situation.
“The Head of Government” in the east of Libya Usama Hammad previously reported that the number of people who died as a result of the flood only in the city of Dern exceeded 2 thousand
Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity of Libya Abdulhamid Dibeib previously announced the announcement of three-day mourning in connection with the tragedy in the country.
Hurricane Daniel, which fell on the Central Mediterranean, affected such Libyan cities as Benghazi, Bayda, Al-Marj, Susa and Durn.