Dubai : The UAE recorded 20 traffic accidents in 2025 caused by driver fatigue and sleepiness according to a recent statistical report released by the UAE ministry of interior, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns linked to tired driving.

The report revealed that around 20 drivers were affected by fatigue or sleepiness while behind the wheel, leading directly to these incidents.

Over a longer period, the data shows that 113 accidents linked to fatigue and sleepiness were recorded across the country between 2022 and 2025, underscoring a constant risk on UAE roads.

Year-by-year breakdown

In 2022, authorities recorded the highest number of such incidents at 37 accidents, distributed across the emirates as follows:

Abu Dhabi: 28 accidents

Dubai: 2 accidents

Sharjah: 4 accidents

Umm Al Quwain: 1 accident

Ras Al Khaimah: 2 accidents

In 2023, the number dropped to 29 accidents, including:

Abu Dhabi: 25 accidents

Dubai: 2 accidents

Ras Al Khaimah: 2 accidents

In 2024, a further decline was…