Abu Dhabi reopens road after clearing horrific crash site

Abu Dhabi Police have confirmed that Sweihan road is now open for traffic in both directions after the site of a horrific accident was cleared.

The stretch between Al Shamkha Bridge to Al Falah Al Thani Bridge was closed since Tuesday morning after a truck and a car collided and burst into flames.

One person died in the accident, the police later confirmed.

An investigation into the incident is currently underway.

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