At least 14 people have died and 30 others have been injured in a 23-vehicle crash on a highway in the United Arab Emirates, where the impact sparked a serious fire.
A truck driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle shortly before midnight on Thursday. The truck collided with another car, then rolled over and struck other vehicles. The crash occurred on a highway with slow-moving traffic by the entrance of the eastern emirate.
Fire Spread to Several Vehicles
The truck's impact sparked a fire, which then spread to several other vehicles. Emergency services rushed to the scene to extinguish the blaze.
Authorities said the incident resulted in a "heavy loss of life." DNA tests are being run to identify the deceased. Some of the victims were Emirati nationals, the police added.
International Victims and Assistance
According to India's consulate in the UAE, Indian citizens are among the deceased. The consulate said it has reached out to "bereaved families" and is working with the local authorities to provide assistance and support.
At least 30 people were injured and rushed to hospital. Around half of the wounded victims have since been discharged, while the others remain in hospital. They are from the UAE, Oman, Brazil, India, Pakistan, Jordan and Egypt, according to authorities.
