In a tragic and horrific road accident in the United Arab Emirates, an out-of-control truck rammed into multiple vehicles, leaving a trail of devastation. According to the Ministry of Interior in the UAE, the catastrophic crash resulted in the tragic deaths of 14 people, while approximately 30 other individuals sustained injuries of varying severity. Following the emergence of this deeply distressing incident, administrative circles have been deeply shaken, and emergency rescue operations were immediately mobilized. According to preliminary information shared by the authorities, several Indian nationals are among those who lost their lives in this massive road tragedy, causing immense grief.
Multiple Vehicles Hit by Runaway Truck
According to an official statement issued by the Ministry of Interior, the tragic incident took place on a road near the entry gate of the Fujairah emirate. The driver of a heavy truck traveling along the road lost control of the vehicle, causing the truck to crash into another vehicle initially. Following this initial impact, the truck overturned and rammed into several other vehicles that were stationary due to a traffic jam on the road. This heart-wrenching incident occurred around midnight when traffic conditions and late-hour movement were prevalent on the highway.
Fire Erupts in Several Vehicles After Collision
The ministry statement further noted that due to the severe impact of the collision, a massive fire broke out in the truck during the accident. This fire rapidly spread to several other vehicles involved in the pileup, causing massive destruction to life and property. The intensity of the fire and collision created chaos at the scene. Upon receiving information about the incident, emergency services including the police, ambulances, and civil defence teams rushed immediately to the spot. Rescue workers battled the flames and managed the situation swiftly, rushing the injured to nearby hospitals. According to available updates, about half of the injured individuals have been discharged from the hospital after receiving necessary treatment, while the remaining injured people are still undergoing medical care.
Several Indians Among the Deceased
According to the Ministry of Interior in Dubai, DNA tests were conducted to accurately identify all the individuals who lost their lives in the tragic accident, while meanwhile, the Indian Consulate in Dubai confirmed that several Indian citizens are among the deceased victims. Consulate officials stated that they've spoken to the bereaved families affected by the tragedy. The Indian Consulate is working closely with local authorities to provide all possible assistance, support, and cooperation to the families of the victims during this difficult time.
Citizens of Oman and Brazil Also Injured
According to the gathered information, citizens from several other countries apart from locals were also affected by this massive accident. The injured individuals include nationals from the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Brazil, Pakistan, Jordan, and Egypt. All these injured people were admitted to hospitals for proper medical treatment. Under administrative procedures, the bodies of the deceased will be handed over to their respective families following the completion of post-mortem examinations. Prior to this incident, back in May, three Indian nationals were injured during an attack on the UAE by Iran, an event that Prime Minister Modi had strongly condemned.