Lead:
A serious traffic accident involving a truck and multiple vehicles killed 14 people and left 30 others injured on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street at Fujairah's entrance, authorities reported. Fujairah Police said the truck driver lost control, triggering a collision with parked vehicles and a subsequent fire that spread across multiple cars. Emergency response teams from police, ambulance and civil defence deployed immediately to provide first aid, evacuate casualties to hospitals, and secure the scene.
Details:
According to Fujairah Police Command, the accident occurred shortly after midnight when the truck driver lost control of the vehicle while driving. The truck then collided with another vehicle and subsequently struck multiple stationary vehicles, whose occupants were stopped due to traffic congestion. The collision triggered a fire that spread from the truck to several other cars at the scene.
The Ministry of Interior confirmed initial casualty figures of 14 deaths and 30 injured, stating that competent authorities are continuing necessary procedures to handle the accident's consequences through integrated field efforts and provision of medical care to the injured. The ministry underscored coordination among relevant agencies to complete field procedures and investigate the circumstances of the incident.
Both the Ministry of Interior and Fujairah Police Command have called on the public to obtain information only from official channels and to refrain from circulating unverified reports or rumours regarding casualty numbers, nationalities of the deceased and injured, or other details. Fujairah Police stated that investigation teams are continuing their work in coordination with competent authorities and that verified details will be announced as they become available.
Watch For:
Complete investigation findings regarding precise cause and whether driver negligence, mechanical failure, or road conditions contributed to loss of control. Official announcement of detailed casualty figures broken down by nationality and injury severity. Any statements from vehicle occupants or witnesses regarding weather, visibility, or traffic conditions at time of incident.