Emergency workers in Libya's eastern city of Derna have uncovered hundreds of bodies in the aftermath of a devastating flood, with at least 2,300 confirmed dead and 10,000 still missing. Aid groups have warned that the death toll is likely to rise significantly in the coming days, with the Ambulance and Emergency Service continuing to search for survivors and victims. People in the city are struggling to cope with the aftermath of the disaster, with many left homeless and without basic necessities.
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A 55-year-old man from Manassas, Virginia, died while attempting to hike from the South Rim to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon in a single day. Bystanders and rangers attempted to resuscitate him, but were unsuccessful. Park officials recommend that visitors plan their hikes carefully and be aware of their own physical limitations.
Libya has been hit by a devastating storm, with flooding breaking dams and sweeping away entire neighborhoods in multiple coastal towns. The confirmed death toll stands at 61, but the destruction appears to be most severe in Derna, which has become inaccessible due to the storm. The Libyan government has declared a state of emergency and called for international assistance, while the UN has urged all parties to ensure that the relief efforts are conducted safely and has called for an immediate ceasefire in the affected areas.
On Monday, emergency workers evacuated an injured survivor of the September 8 earthquake in the High Atlas Mountains of central Morocco. Hundreds of people gathered outside a blood bank in Marrakech to do what they can for their country, as the United Nations estimated 300,000 people had been affected by the 6.8 magnitude temblor. Doctors Without Borders is providing medical and psychological support to those affected, as well as working with local authorities to assess the needs of those impacted and provide support.
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake has struck Morocco, killing over 2,100 people and affecting 300,000 more. Emergency teams and aid workers are working to rescue survivors and provide relief to those affected, but the giant boulders blocking the mountain roads are making it difficult. The Moroccan government has declared a three-day period of national mourning, and international aid teams are continuing to arrive in the region.
Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has erupted after a two-month pause. The eruption is emitting volcanic particles and gases, which could create breathing difficulties and hazardous volcanic smog downwind. The Hawaii Volcano Observatory is monitoring the situation and advising people living near the park to take the necessary precautions to protect their health and safety.
Eleven visitors were injured when the wooden walkway leading to the Doubling Point Lighthouse in Arrowsic, Maine collapsed on Saturday. Five of the injured were taken to a local hospital, while the other six were evaluated on the scene. The cause of the collapse is still under investigation, and the Bath Fire Department is urging visitors to take extra caution when visiting lighthouses and other historic sites.
On September 9, a magnitude 6.5 earthquake rocked the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco, leaving more than 2,000 dead and many injured or missing. In response, troops and emergency services have been dispatched to the region, and José Andrés' not-for-profit organization, World Central Kitchen, has sent food trucks to provide meals to those in need. The Moroccan government has declared three days of national mourning, and the death toll is expected to rise as rescue efforts continue.