Kathmandu: At least 14 people have been killed and 30 others injured in a major traffic accident in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, involving 18 cars and five trucks. According to the UAE Ministry of Interior, the accident occurred when a truck driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with another vehicle, triggering a chain reaction involving several other vehicles traveling at slow speed. A total of 23 vehicles, including five trucks, were involved in the crash.
The accident occurred shortly before midnight near the entrance to Fujairah, when traffic was moving slowly. The ministry said the truck caught fire after the collision, and the flames spread to several nearby vehicles, causing significant loss of life. Fujairah Police said 30 injured people were taken to hospitals for treatment. DNA testing is being carried out to identify the deceased.
Police said some UAE nationals were among those killed. The Indian Consulate in the UAE also confirmed that Indian nationals were among the victims and said it is in contact with the families of the deceased while coordinating with local authorities to provide necessary assistance.
