Thousands of people in the Libyan city of Derna have been laid to rest in mass graves as search teams continue their efforts following devastating floods that have claimed the lives of at least 5,100 people, according to a health official's statement on Thursday.

While a Mediterranean storm “Daniel” led to deadly flooding in various eastern towns, Derna suffered the most severe consequences. Residents reported hearing loud explosions as the dams outside the city collapsed during the storm's assault on the coast on Sunday night. Subsequently, floodwaters surged down Wadi Derna, a valley that runs through the city, causing buildings to collapse and sweeping people into the sea.