Nine Injured in Major Vehicle Collision in Fujairah, UAE
A 20-vehicle crash leads to multiple injuries and road closures as authorities investigate the incident.
On Wednesday, a collision involving 20 vehicles, including 16 cars and four trucks, on the road from Waib Al Hannah to Dibba Al Fujairah resulted in nine individuals sustaining minor to moderate injuries.
Emergency services, including teams from Dibba Al Fujairah Police and the National Ambulance, were dispatched promptly to the scene.
Reports indicate that eight individuals incurred minor injuries, while one suffered a more serious, though not life-threatening, injury.
The injured parties were swiftly transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Following the accident, the affected road was closed to traffic but has since been cleared and reopened.
An investigation has been initiated by police to ascertain the causes of the collision and to implement any necessary legal actions.
Authorities have issued a reminder to drivers to exercise caution, adhere to speed limits, and maintain a safe distance, particularly in mountainous or congested areas.
Recent data highlights ongoing safety concerns, with six traffic-related fatalities and 137 accidents attributed to congestion caused by trucks along the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Road (E311) since January.
Additionally, the Ministry of Interior reported that road fatalities in the UAE rose to 384 in 2024, a 9% increase from the previous year, reflecting a concerning trend in traffic safety.
In a separate incident, thirteen students and a teacher were injured in a school bus collision on the E311 highway on June 9, coinciding with students’ return from the Eid Al Adha break.
Emergency responders attended the scene within minutes.
The injured individuals, aged between six and twelve, were treated and assessed for injuries following the incident, which attracted significant attention due to the nature and timing of the collision.
Authorities continue to reinforce road safety measures, emphasizing compliance with traffic regulations and the importance of student safety in school transport services.
In Dubai, regulations require thorough training for school bus drivers, and initiatives in Sharjah include the installation of monitoring systems in school buses to enhance safety for passengers.
Emergency services, including teams from Dibba Al Fujairah Police and the National Ambulance, were dispatched promptly to the scene.
Reports indicate that eight individuals incurred minor injuries, while one suffered a more serious, though not life-threatening, injury.
The injured parties were swiftly transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Following the accident, the affected road was closed to traffic but has since been cleared and reopened.
An investigation has been initiated by police to ascertain the causes of the collision and to implement any necessary legal actions.
Authorities have issued a reminder to drivers to exercise caution, adhere to speed limits, and maintain a safe distance, particularly in mountainous or congested areas.
Recent data highlights ongoing safety concerns, with six traffic-related fatalities and 137 accidents attributed to congestion caused by trucks along the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Road (E311) since January.
Additionally, the Ministry of Interior reported that road fatalities in the UAE rose to 384 in 2024, a 9% increase from the previous year, reflecting a concerning trend in traffic safety.
In a separate incident, thirteen students and a teacher were injured in a school bus collision on the E311 highway on June 9, coinciding with students’ return from the Eid Al Adha break.
Emergency responders attended the scene within minutes.
The injured individuals, aged between six and twelve, were treated and assessed for injuries following the incident, which attracted significant attention due to the nature and timing of the collision.
Authorities continue to reinforce road safety measures, emphasizing compliance with traffic regulations and the importance of student safety in school transport services.
In Dubai, regulations require thorough training for school bus drivers, and initiatives in Sharjah include the installation of monitoring systems in school buses to enhance safety for passengers.
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