Beirut 2024: Diary of the Collapse

On August 4, 2020, a massive explosion ripped through the port of Beirut, Lebanon, killing over 200 people, injuring thousands, and leaving hundreds of thousands homeless. The blast was caused by a fire that ignited 2,750 tonnes of ammonium nitrate that had been improperly stored at the port. The explosion was so powerful that it caused widespread damage to the city, including the destruction of entire buildings.

Beirut 2024: Diary of the Collapse

by Charif Majdalani

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2970 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	185 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

In the aftermath of the explosion, Lebanon has been plunged into a state of chaos and despair. The country is already facing a severe economic and political crisis, and the explosion has only made things worse. The government has been unable to provide basic services to its citizens, and there is widespread anger and frustration.

This diary is a collection of stories from people who have been affected by the explosion. It is a testament to the resilience of the Lebanese people, and to the challenges that they are facing as they try to rebuild their lives.

Chapter 1: The Day of the Explosion

I was at work when the explosion happened. I felt the ground shake, and then I heard a deafening noise. I ran to the window and saw a huge cloud of smoke rising from the port. I couldn't believe my eyes.

I immediately started calling my family and friends to make sure they were okay. Everyone was safe, but they were all in shock.

I went outside and saw that the city was in chaos. Buildings were collapsed, and cars were on fire. People were running and screaming.

I walked to the port and saw the extent of the damage. It was like a war zone. The port was completely destroyed, and there were bodies everywhere.

I couldn't believe that this had happened to my city. Beirut was once a beautiful and vibrant city, but now it was a ruin.

Chapter 2: The Aftermath of the Explosion

In the days and weeks after the explosion, Lebanon was in a state of shock. The government was unable to provide basic services to its citizens, and there was widespread anger and frustration.

People were homeless, and there was a shortage of food and water. The hospitals were overwhelmed, and there was a lack of medical supplies.

The explosion had a devastating impact on the Lebanese economy. The port was the main gateway for imports and exports, and its destruction has crippled the country's economy.

The Lebanese people have shown incredible resilience in the face of this tragedy. They have come together to help each other, and they have refused to give up hope.

Chapter 3: Rebuilding Beirut

The Lebanese people are now facing the challenge of rebuilding their city. It will be a long and difficult process, but they are determined to succeed.

The government has launched a plan to rebuild Beirut, and it is calling on the international community for help. The Lebanese people need our support as they work to rebuild their lives and their city.

The Beirut explosion was a tragedy, but it also showed the resilience of the Lebanese people. They have come together to help each other, and they are determined to rebuild their city.

We must all support the Lebanese people as they work to rebuild their lives and their city. We must not forget the victims of the explosion, and we must do everything we can to prevent such a tragedy from happening again.

Beirut 2024: Diary of the Collapse

by Charif Majdalani

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2970 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	185 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE