Tripoli – Sami Hammadi, a member of the Tripoli Central Municipal Council, has warned of deteriorating infrastructure in the capital. He said several sewage lift stations within the municipality have been out of service for a long time, despite repeated appeals to the government, the water company, and relevant authorities for repairs. This has led to stagnant rainwater in low-lying areas.
Hammadi explained in a phone interview with Libya Al-Ahrar TV that the municipality is coordinating with the Tripoli Security Directorate, the Water and Sanitation Company—including its East and West operations offices—the Public Services Company, the Medical and Emergency Services Administration, and other security and service agencies.
He said current preparations are good. Drainage trucks have been deployed in flood-prone areas. Recent rainfall measured between 1 and 5 millimeters, much lower than previous levels that reached 92 millimeters at the port station.
The municipality has formed a field team with a service vehicle and several staff members to assist the water, sanitation, and public services companies. Their duties include cleaning stormwater drains and responding quickly to any flooding.
Hammadi also discussed 130 buildings at risk of collapse within the municipality. The Tripoli City Development Authority, assigned by Prime Ministerial Decree No. 152 of 2025, is responsible for repairing these buildings or partnering with private developers to manage structures that cannot be restored. Progress has been slow due to ownership disputes with some residents.
He confirmed plans are in place for any emergencies or risks these buildings may face due to rain. The Tripoli City Development Authority would relocate residents of dangerous buildings to hotels, with immediate intervention coordinated with the National Safety Authority and the municipality if necessary.