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Libya’s Southern Cyrene Sparks Dam Concerns
Since the beginning of Eid al-Adha, the cities of Tahila and Gat in southwestern Libya have experienced storms and devastating floods, leading to the displacement of many families and damage to infrastructure and farms. Concerns persist about the possibility of repeat disasters. Local and government authorities have called for the construction of dams and water barriers to protect the area from flash floods that flow down from the Algerian highlands. Estimates indicate that the region has suffered from significant infrastructure vulnerability for years, with frequent power outages and dehydration of wells. Residents and officials have urged for coordinated international and national efforts to develop long-term engineering projects that can safeguard civilians and reduce losses, while governments continue to support the area with emergency aid.
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