Libyans Flee As Gadhafi's Hold Over Country Weakens
Anti-government protesters claimed control of many other cities in Libya, and top government officials and diplomats turned against the longtime leader. Residents in the capital told The AP that pro-Gadhafi troops were opening fire randomly in the streets.
Source: http://www.npr.org/2011/02/24/133988263/gadhafis-forces-keep-hold-on-tripoli?ft=1&f=1004