A serious accident with tragic consequences was recorded in the United Arab Emirates, where a massive collision between 18 cars and five trucks caused at least 14 deaths and 30 injuries. The incident occurred on the evening of Thursday, November 12, on the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed highway, near the entrance to the emirate of Fujairah.
According to preliminary police information, the cause of the accident is suspected to be the loss of control of a truck by its driver. The vehicle first struck another vehicle, then overturned and hit several cars that were stopped in traffic. The situation worsened within moments, as the collision caused a large fire that also engulfed other vehicles in the area.
Numerous police, firefighting and medical teams were mobilized at the scene, working to extinguish the flames and provide assistance to the injured. Authorities report that 15 people have received treatment and been discharged from hospital, while 15 others remain under the care of doctors.
Among the victims, it has been confirmed that there are also citizens of the United Arab Emirates. Meanwhile, authorities are using DNA analysis to identify some of the people who lost their lives. The Ministry of Interior has confirmed the launch of investigations to fully establish the causes and circumstances of this road tragedy that shocked the emirate of Fujairah.