Tripoli drainage stations halt, 130 buildings at risk
Rainfall preparations continue amid warnings of infrastructure decay and building collapse in Libya's capital.
Several sewage lift stations in Tripoli's Central Municipality are out of service, causing stagnant rainwater in low-lying areas. Sami Hammadi, a member of the Central Municipal Council, warned of the deteriorating infrastructure after repeated appeals to authorities for repairs have gone unanswered.
The municipality is coordinating with the Tripoli Security Directorate, the Water and Sanitation Company, and other agencies for current preparations, which include deploying drainage trucks. Recent rainfall measured between 1 and 5 millimeters, significantly less than previous levels that reached 92 millimeters.
Additionally, 130 buildings within the municipality are at risk of collapse, with the Tripoli City Development Authority responsible for repairs or redevelopment. Plans are in place to relocate residents of dangerous buildings to hotels if necessary, coordinated with the National Safety Authority and the municipality.
Why it mattersResidents in Tripoli face potential flooding and the danger of collapsing buildings due to neglected infrastructure.