A heartbreaking road accident occurred on the Fujairah–Khorfakkan Road this past Wednesday, resulting in the loss of a 28-year-old mother and her one-year-old daughter. The tragedy unfolded when their family vehicle collided with a stationary truck in the Fouz Petroleum area. While emergency services and National Ambulance crews arrived promptly at the scene to provide aid, the mother and infant could not be saved. The father and the couple’s three-year-old daughter survived the crash and are currently receiving treatment at Sheikh Khalifa Hospital, where their conditions are reported to be stable.

In the wake of this sorrowful event, local authorities have launched an investigation into the collision, with investigators currently looking into whether driver distraction played a role. Fujairah Police, led by Brig. Saleh Mohammed Abdullah Al Dhanhani, have used this incident to issue an urgent plea for road safety. They are reminding motorists to remain vigilant, avoid mobile phone use while driving, and maintain a safe speed when approaching stationary objects. The community came together this past Thursday in Khorfakkan to hold funeral prayers and pay their final respects to the victims, as officials continue to emphasize the importance of focus and caution behind the wheel to prevent future tragedies.