A devastating traffic accident on the outskirts of Fujairah has left 14 people dead and 30 others injured, according to the United Arab Emirates’ Interior Ministry. The collision involved 18 vehicles and five trucks, and occurred shortly before midnight local time (20:00 GMT) at the emirate’s entrance.
The incident began when a truck driver lost control of his vehicle, causing it to collide with another truck. Both trucks veered off the road and struck several stationary cars that were caught in slow‑moving traffic. The initial impact set one of the trucks ablaze, and the flames quickly spread to other vehicles.
Emergency and specialized response teams were dispatched immediately to manage the scene. The ministry reported that 15 people were discharged from hospitals after receiving treatment, while 15 others remained hospitalized for ongoing care.
Police confirmed that the 14 fatalities included Emirati nationals as well as foreign residents. DNA testing is underway to identify the victims. Among the injured were nationals from the UAE, Oman, India, Brazil, Pakistan, Jordan, and Egypt.
Source: Al Jazeera
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