The Fujairah accident claimed 14 lives and injured 30 people after a truck lost control, overturned and collided with vehicles in slow-moving traffic on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street. Police confirmed that 15 injured people remain hospitalised, while investigations and victim identification procedures continue.
FUJAIRAH: The Fujairah accident that killed 14 people and injured 30 others occurred after a truck driver lost control, triggering a multi-vehicle collision and fire on Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street, police confirmed on November 12, 2026.
The General Command of Fujairah Police revealed that the crash occurred shortly before midnight near the entrance to the emirate. The truck initially struck another vehicle before overturning and crashing into several vehicles caught in slow-moving traffic.
The truck subsequently caught fire, with flames spreading to several damaged vehicles, causing extensive destruction and a significant loss of life.
How did the deadly truck crash happen?
According to Fujairah Police, the truck driver lost control while travelling along Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street. After the initial collision, the truck overturned and struck vehicles that had slowed or stopped because of traffic congestion. The resulting fire spread between vehicles, worsening the consequences of the collision.
The Ministry of Interior announced that a traffic accident involving (18) vehicles and (5) trucks occurred in the Emirate of Fujairah, resulting in the deaths of (14) people and injuries to (30) others
The Fujairah accident prompted an immediate emergency response involving police officers, ambulance crews, rescue specialists and Civil Defence personnel.
Emergency teams extinguished the flames, assisted injured passengers and transported casualties to nearby hospitals. Officers also secured the accident scene and managed traffic to protect other road users.
What is the condition of the 30 injured people?
Police confirmed that 15 of the 30 injured people have been discharged from hospital after receiving medical treatment.
The remaining 15 are still receiving hospital care, with their conditions being monitored by medical teams.
Authorities said the deceased included Emirati nationals, while the identities of several other victims are still being established through DNA testing.
The injured included nationals of the UAE, Oman, India, Brazil, Pakistan, Jordan and Egypt.
Police urge motorists to follow road safety rules
Following the Fujairah accident, authorities reminded motorists to observe speed limits, maintain safe distances between vehicles and exercise particular caution when approaching traffic congestion.
Police also warned against sharing unverified information or rumours on social media, urging residents to rely exclusively on official announcements.
The relevant authorities are continuing the legal and technical procedures connected to the crash.
Fujairah Police expressed their condolences to the families of those killed and wished the injured a speedy recovery. The force also acknowledged the efforts of emergency responders and medical personnel involved in rescue operations.
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