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Thousands still missing in Libya's flood disaster

Gasia Ohanes | Jessica Saltz
September 18, 2023

A week after floods devastated the Libyan city of Derna, the World Health Organization has confirmed over 3,900 deaths. While clean-up efforts are underway, polluted waters and the lack of sanitation have increased the risk of a disease outbreak that could further devastate the affected areas.

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