Truck overturns in Fujairah, catches fire after hitting vehicles in slow-moving traffic, killing several people
A road in Fujairah UAE. Photo: Pexels
At least 14 people were killed and 30 others injured in a pileup involving 18 vehicles and five trucks in Fujairah, an emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the UAE Ministry of Interior said Thursday.
The ministry added in a post on X that emergency and specialised teams were continuing to deal with the aftermath of the accident.
Ministry of Interior: Authorities Continue Efforts to Address Fujairah Traffic Accident
The Ministry of Interior has reported a major multi-vehicle crash in the Emirate of Fujairah involving 18 cars and trucks. Preliminary information indicates that 14 people have lost their…
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In a statement, the ministry said that the figures were based on preliminary information and relevant authorities were continuing to deal with the aftermath of the accident while providing necessary medical care to the injured.
Fujairah Police said the accident occurred after a truck driver lost control of the vehicle, colliding with another vehicle before overturning and hitting several others halted in slow-moving traffic. The truck caught fire, with the blaze spreading to multiple vehicles and causing a heavy loss of life.
Specialised teams were working in coordination with relevant authorities to determine the cause of the accident and investigate its circumstances, the ministry said, adding that further details would be released once verified.
The ministry urged the public to rely on official sources for information and refrain from spreading rumours or unverified reports.
