UAE Interior Ministry: 14 Dead, 30 Injured in Fujairah Traffic Accident
Interior Ministry announces traffic accident in Fujairah resulting in 14 deaths and 30 injuries
Translated by Qiyas from الأنباء — Original source
The Ministry of Interior of the United Arab Emirates announced that a traffic accident occurred in the Emirate of Fujairah, involving 18 vehicles and five trucks, resulting in the deaths of 14 people and injuries to 30 others. The ministry confirmed that relevant authorities are continuing to take necessary measures to address the incident’s aftermath through comprehensive field efforts, providing essential medical care to the injured, and monitoring their conditions in coordination with competent entities.
For its part, the General Command of Fujairah Police clarified that the accident resulted from a collision between a truck and several vehicles, followed by a fire that spread to some of the damaged vehicles.
Fujairah Police stated in a bulletin that the serious traffic accident occurred shortly before midnight on Wednesday, the 11th, at the entrance to the Emirate of Fujairah. It was caused by a truck driver losing control of the vehicle while driving, leading to a collision with another vehicle and several others that were stopped due to slow-moving traffic. This triggered a fire in the truck, which spread to other vehicles, causing significant loss of life.
The command noted that the operations room received a report of the incident, and specialized police teams, along with ambulance, rescue, and civil defense units, immediately responded to the scene. They began their duties by managing the incident, extinguishing the fire, providing first aid to the injured, and transporting them to hospitals for necessary medical care. Additionally, they secured the accident site, regulated traffic flow, and took necessary measures to ensure the safety of road users.
Fifteen of the 30 injured patients were discharged from the hospital after receiving appropriate medical care, while the remaining 15 continue to receive treatment and medical attention in hospitals, depending on their health conditions.
Fujairah Police indicated that the deceased included UAE nationals, along with several others whose identities are still being established through DNA testing. The injured patients held various nationalities, including Emirati, Omani, Indian, Brazilian, Pakistani, Jordanian, and Egyptian.
The police expressed deep sorrow and regret over the tragic accident, extending sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the families and relatives of the deceased, praying to God Almighty to have mercy on them, grant their families patience and solace, and grant the injured a swift recovery.
The command emphasized the importance of adhering to traffic rules and speed limits, maintaining safe following distances, especially when approaching congested areas and zones of slow-moving traffic. It reaffirmed that preserving lives is a shared responsibility and that Fujairah Police will continue their efforts to enhance road safety and reduce serious accidents.
The General Command of Fujairah Police confirmed that relevant authorities are continuing to complete the legal and technical procedures related to the accident, urging the public and social media users to exercise accuracy and responsibility when sharing information, refraining from spreading rumors or unverified information, and relying on official sources for updates and confirmed details.
