UAE landmarks lit up in the colours of the Libyan flag on Wednesday night in a display of solidarity after the deadly floods caused by Storm Daniel killed at least 5,300 people.
Dubai's Burj Khalifa and Adnoc's headquarters in Abu Dhabi delivered messages of support to the embattled nation after Storm Daniel caused deadly flooding in eastern parts of the country.
“From the UAE, we extend our heartfelt sympathies to the people of Libya,” read a message displayed on the Adnoc building, seen in footage shared by Abu Dhabi Media Office.
“Our thoughts are with Libya.”
The death toll in the eastern province of Derna rose to 5,300 on Wednesday morning, the Libyan Interior Ministry said.
At least 600 people who died in floods in Derna have been buried in mass graves, a resident told The National.
Up to 10,000 people are still thought to be missing.
President Sheikh Mohamed on Monday ordered urgent aid as well as search and rescue teams to be sent to Libya.
Two planes carrying 150 tonnes of aid from the UAE landed in Libya on Wednesday.
Food, relief and medical supplies were delivered to Benina airport in the city of Benghazi, state news agency Wam reported.
The vital humanitarian support is part of an air bridge established by Sheikh Mohamed following the disaster.
Floods in Libya wreak havoc as Storm Daniel hits – exclusive pictures
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More than 10,000 people are missing in Libya after Storm Daniel caused devastating floods. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Debris lies in a street after the deadly storm hit. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Authorities have said bodies are buried under rubble in cities including Derna. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Thousands have been killed in the storm, with officials describing the death toll as 'huge'. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Flash floods engulfed towns in eastern Libya. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Buildings crumbled as floodwaters hit. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Hundreds of families have been displaced by the damage, with some taking shelter in schools and government buildings. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Storm Daniel brought heavy rain and strong winds to the region. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Roads and buildings have been destroyed. Islam Alatrash for The National -
The conflict in Libya has left a legacy of dilapidated infrastructure. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Many of those missing are believed to have been carried away by the floodwaters. Islam Alatrash for The National -
The rushing waters left debris strewn across streets. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Rescue operations have been hindered by damage to roads in some areas. Islam Alatrash for The National -
The UAE is among the countries to send search and rescue teams to Libya. Islam Alatrash for The National -
Authorities in eastern Libya have said the country is not equipped to handle the level of flooding that hit cities. Islam Alatrash for The National -
The Norwegian Refugee Council has said Libya faces a 'disastrous situation'. Islam Alatrash for The National -
The UN has said emergency teams are to be sent to Libya to offer assistance. Islam Alatrash for The National
