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At least 14 people were killed and 30 others injured after a truck lost control and crashed into multiple vehicles in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The victims included nationals of several countries, the UAE Interior Ministry said in a statement on Thursday.
The accident occurred shortly before midnight on Wednesday near the entrance to Fujairah, where traffic was moving slowly.
According to preliminary information, the truck initially hit another vehicle before overturning and crashing into several vehicles stopped ahead.
A total of 23 vehicles, including five trucks, were damaged in the crash. A fire broke out in one of the trucks following the collision and spread to several nearby vehicles, increasing the casualties.
Fujairah Police said the 30 injured people were taken to hospital. Fifteen have been discharged after receiving treatment, while the others remain under medical care.
DNA tests are being conducted to identify the victims.
The UAE and Indian authorities confirmed that nationals of both countries were among those killed. India’s Consulate in the UAE said it was in contact with the victims’ families and providing necessary assistance.
The injured include citizens of the UAE, Oman, India, Brazil, Pakistan, Jordan and Egypt.
The UAE Interior Ministry and police expressed condolences to the bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
