110K views · 712 reactions | #Fires broke out in several regions across #Lebanon last night, fueled by strong #winds and #dry conditions. #CivilDefense teams worked through the night to contain the #flames. | This is Beirut | Facebook

135K views · 248 reactions | A massive fire broke out at the port of Beirut, Lebanon, on Thursday, a month after a deadly blast in the same area devastated the city and killed nearly 200 people. According to authorities, the fire began at a warehouse holding oil and tires in the port’s duty-free market. There were no casualties but many locals have voiced dismay that yet another incident has occurred in the same location in such a short span of time. | NowThis | Facebook

12 reactions | #CULTURE - Thursday evening, the #Beirut International Book Fair hosted its opening ceremony which included musical performances, poetry readings and a #celebration of #world cultures. By Marguerita Sejaan and Renée Davis | This is Beirut | Facebook