Benghazi, January 21, 2026 – An official from the Libyan Red Crescent revealed that among the accidents and emergency cases dealt with by emergency and ambulance teams during the severe storm and strong winds that hit the city of Benghazi and surrounding areas, there were two fatalities.
The official stated that, as part of their humanitarian and national duty and within the framework of rapid response efforts to citizens’ reports, the central operations room of the Libyan Red Crescent continued its intensive field work within Benghazi, where emergency and ambulance teams dealt with a number of urgent reports.
According to the official’s statement, the cases handled by the Red Crescent field teams included:
– A fire inside the Gian Qaryounis Mall and the transfer of an unconscious person to the collective clinic.
– Falling utility poles near the Sports City island and securing the site.
– The collapse of a house wall (fence) behind the Akhrabeesh lighthouse, resulting in the death of a young man; the body was transferred according to approved procedures.
– A natural death case in the Al-Keish (Al-Sabala) area.
– Transfer of a case of respiratory distress from the Shabna area to the Benghazi Medical Center.
– A fallen tree in the Al-Daqadousta area, removed from the main road.
– A fallen sign near Al-Burka Square, with the site secured.
– The death of a girl on Beirut Street due to a building wall collapse.
– A fallen utility pole near the Al-Ahly Qaryounis Club island.
– A sign falling on a security guard on Tripoli Road, who was transferred to receive first aid.
– A traffic accident in the Al-Salam neighborhood.
The official concluded the statement by emphasizing the continued high readiness and rapid response of the Libyan Red Crescent’s central operations room to all reports, along with permanent field presence to protect lives and serve citizens.
Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a center of trade and culture since its founding as the Greek colony of Euesperides. It played a pivotal role in Libya’s modern history, serving as a co-capital and a focal point during the 2011 revolution.
Libyan Red Crescent
The Libyan Red Crescent is a humanitarian organization and the Libyan affiliate of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Founded in 1957, it provides emergency medical services, disaster relief, and community support programs across Libya, operating through periods of conflict and political change to deliver aid impartially.
Gian Qaryounis Mall
Gian Qaryounis Mall is a modern shopping center located in the city of Benghazi, Libya. It was constructed in the early 2000s as part of urban development efforts to provide a contemporary retail and social hub for the local community.
Sports City island
Sports City Island is a large artificial island in Doha, Qatar, developed as a major hub for sports and recreation. It was constructed in the early 2000s and is home to the Khalifa International Stadium, a centerpiece of the 2006 Asian Games and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The complex symbolizes Qatar’s national investment in sports infrastructure and international sporting events.
Akhrabeesh lighthouse
The Akhrabeesh lighthouse is a historic navigational aid located on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast near Alexandria. It was constructed in the late 19th century during the reign of Khedive Tewfik Pasha to guide ships through the region’s coastal waters.
Al-Keish (Al-Sabala) area
The Al-Keish (Al-Sabala) area is a historically significant district in the city of Homs, Syria, traditionally known as a Christian quarter. Its history is deeply intertwined with the city’s ancient roots, serving as a residential and commercial hub for centuries. The area is notable for its old churches and architecture, reflecting the long-standing cultural and religious diversity of Homs.
Shabna area
The Shabna area is an archaeological site in Syria’s Homs Governorate, known for its ancient rock-cut tombs and Roman-era ruins. It was historically a significant settlement along trade routes, with evidence of continuous habitation from at least the first century AD through the Byzantine period.
Benghazi Medical Center
The Benghazi Medical Center is a major public hospital in Benghazi, Libya, originally established in the 1950s. It has served as a critical healthcare facility for the city and eastern region, though it has faced significant damage and operational challenges during periods of conflict, including the 2011 Libyan Civil War and subsequent instability.
Al-Daqadousta area
The Al-Daqadousta area is a historically significant region in Sudan, known for containing the archaeological remains of the ancient city of Soba, which served as the capital of the Christian kingdom of Alodia from around the 6th to the 15th centuries. Its ruins, including churches and monasteries, provide key insights into the Nubian Christian civilization that flourished there before the region’s later Islamic influence.
Al-Burka Square
Al-Burka Square is a central public square in the city of Mosul, Iraq. Historically, it was a major commercial and social hub, but it became widely known as the site where ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi declared the establishment of the so-called Islamic State caliphate in 2014. Following the liberation of Mosul, the square has been a symbol of the city’s resilience and recovery.
Beirut Street
Beirut Street is a vibrant urban thoroughfare in the heart of Lebanon’s capital, known for its blend of modern cafes, shops, and historic architecture that reflects the city’s cosmopolitan character. Historically, it has been a central commercial and social hub, with many of its buildings bearing scars and subsequent renovations from the country’s civil war period. Today, it symbolizes Beirut’s resilience and ongoing revival.
Al-Ahly Qaryounis Club island
Al-Ahly Qaryounis Club is a sports and social club located in Benghazi, Libya. It was founded in 1947 and has historically been one of the city’s major athletic and community institutions, particularly known for its football team.
Tripoli Road
Tripoli Road is a historic thoroughfare in Beirut, Lebanon, originally constructed during the French Mandate period in the early 20th century. It served as a major artery connecting the capital to northern Lebanon and became a prominent commercial and residential district, though it suffered significant damage during the Lebanese Civil War.
Al-Salam neighborhood
Al-Salam neighborhood is a densely populated district in northeastern Cairo, Egypt, originally developed in the 1970s as part of urban expansion to accommodate the city’s growing population. It is known for its informal housing and vibrant street life, reflecting the broader challenges and dynamics of Cairo’s urban development.
