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Arabian Business
6 days ago
- Arabian Business
Sharjah cuts traffic fatalities by 24% amid ongoing safety campaigns
Sharjah Police significantly reduced traffic accident fatalities by 24 per cent in 2024 compared to 2023, achieving a rate of 1.76 deaths per 100,000 people. This success highlights the effectiveness of their proactive strategies in enhancing road safety and preventing accidents. The Traffic and Patrols Department, in collaboration with the Security Media Department, conducted 12 targeted campaigns against dangerous driving behaviours, including: Distracted driving Improper parking Jaywalking Speeding Unsafe motorcycle use Sharjah traffic safety These programs reached nearly 905,895 individuals across the emirate. Additionally, the Traffic and Patrols Department supported road safety by securing 272 events and activities. They also provided traffic assistance for 1,976 maintenance and development projects on roads and infrastructure, improving traffic flow and boosting overall safety readiness. Brigadier General Mohammed Alai Al Naqbi, Director of the Traffic and Patrol Department, attributed these positive results to community engagement and increased public awareness and compliance. He thanked the public for their cooperation, emphasising that these achievements reflect Sharjah Police's vision to enhance road security through integrated efforts in prevention, awareness, and control, ultimately aiming to protect lives and improve traffic safety.
Khaleej Times
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
UAE: 9 injured in 20-vehicle collision in Fujairah involving cars, trucks
Nine people suffered minor to moderate injuries following a multiple vehicle collision on the road leading from Waib Al Hannah to Dibba Al Fujairah, Fujairah Police said on Wednesday. The accident involved 16 vehicles and four trucks resulting in a complete closure of the road for traffic. Upon receiving the report, Dibba Al Fujairah Police patrols, supported by the Traffic and Patrols Department, patrols from the Masafi Comprehensive Police Station, and National Ambulance teams, headed to the accident site. They immediately dealt with the situation, provided the necessary support to the injured, organised traffic, and reopened the road to drivers. Emergency response teams from Dibba Al Fujairah Police, the Traffic and Patrols Department, Masafi Comprehensive Police Station, and National Ambulance were immediately dispatched to the scene. Authorities worked swiftly to assist the injured, manage the flow of traffic, and clear the site, eventually reopening the road to motorists. The accident resulted in 8 minor injuries and one moderate injury. All the injured were transferred to the hospital to receive the necessary treatment and medical care.
