The collision began when a truck driver lost control and struck a second heavy vehicle, causing both to veer into stopped, slow-moving traffic. The resulting crash and fire ultimately involved 23 vehicles, including 18 cars and five trucks. Local hospitals treated 30 injured individuals, half of whom have been discharged while the remaining 15 continue to receive inpatient care. Police and specialized response units are continuing identification procedures for the Emirati and foreign victims.
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At least 14 people lost their lives and 30 others sustained injuries during the Fujairah…: At least 14 people lost their lives and 30 others sustained injuries during the Fujairah highway incident.
Half of the 30 injured individuals have been discharged from medical care while 15 remain…: Half of the 30 injured individuals have been discharged from medical care while 15 remain hospitalized.
The victims involved in the multi-vehicle crash include nationals from the UAE, Oman, Ind…: The victims involved in the multi-vehicle crash include nationals from the UAE, Oman, India, Brazil, Pakistan, Jordan, and Egypt.
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Ministry says a driver lost control of his truck, causing a collision and fire involving 18 vehicles.
At least 14 people have been killed and 30 others injured in a major traffic accident involving 18 vehicles and 5 trucks in the emirate of Fujairah, according to preliminary reports from the United Arab Emirates’ Interior Ministry.
The accident happened shortly before midnight (20:00 GMT) at the entrance to the emirate, the ministry said on Thursday. A truck driver lost control of his vehicle and collided with another, causing both to veer off the road and smash into several vehicles that were stationary due to slow-moving traffic. The truck caught fire before the flames engulfed several other vehicles, the ministry said.
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