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The ministry said the preliminary death toll stood at 14, while emergency and rescue teams continued operations at the accident site. Medical personnel were providing treatment to those injured, with specialist authorities working to establish the circumstances surrounding the deadly collision.
The scale of the accident, involving a total of 23 vehicles, prompted an emergency response from relevant authorities, including rescue personnel and medical teams.
Officials said emergency operations were continuing as authorities assessed the situation and coordinated assistance for those affected by the crash.
The injured were being transferred for medical attention, while healthcare teams were working to provide necessary treatment. The condition of the injured and the severity of their injuries were not immediately disclosed.
Authorities have not yet provided details about the identities or nationalities of the victims. The ministry also did not immediately announce whether any of the injured were in critical condition.
Investigators are examining the circumstances that led to the collision, including the sequence of events involving the vehicles and trucks. Further details are expected once the relevant authorities complete their initial assessment and verify the available information.
The ministry stressed that the reported death toll was preliminary and could be updated as emergency operations and official assessments progressed.
The accident has once again drawn attention to road safety and the potential consequences of major collisions involving multiple vehicles, particularly when heavy trucks are among those involved.
Multi-vehicle accidents can create complex emergency situations, requiring coordinated efforts from police, ambulance services, medical teams and specialist rescue units. The presence of several damaged vehicles can also make rescue operations more challenging.
Fujairah, one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, is situated along the country’s eastern coastline on the Gulf of Oman.
Unlike most other emirates, which are located along the Arabian Gulf, Fujairah occupies a strategic position on the UAE’s eastern coast. Its geographical location makes it an important transport and commercial centre, with road connections linking it to other parts of the country.
The emirate is connected to major urban and industrial centres through an extensive road network used by private motorists, commercial transport operators and heavy vehicles.
The Ministry of Interior expressed condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the accident and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.
It also urged members of the public to exercise caution when sharing information about the incident, advising them to rely on official announcements and avoid circulating unverified reports.
Authorities emphasised that additional information would be made public once details had been properly verified.
The ministry’s appeal came amid the possibility of speculation surrounding the cause and scale of the accident, with officials seeking to ensure that only confirmed information was circulated.
For the families of those killed and injured, the immediate priority remained receiving accurate information about their loved ones and ensuring that those requiring medical assistance received appropriate care.
Emergency teams continued their work at the scene as investigators sought to determine what triggered the collision and whether any contributing factors could be established.
The final number of casualties, the identities of the victims and the precise cause of the accident remained subject to official confirmation.
Authorities said further updates would be provided through official channels as the investigation and emergency response progressed.
