ALGIERS, July 15 (Xinhua) -- At least five people were killed and 13 others injured in a traffic accident in eastern Algeria during celebrations of North African nation's team access to the final of African Cup of Nations (AFCON) being held in Egypt.

The national radio channel 1 specified that the accident occurred on Sunday overnight in the eastern province of Jijel when a semi trailer collided with a mini van carrying a group of supporters celebrating the win of Algeria against Nigeria in the AFCON quarterfinal.

Two supporters were killed immediately while three others succumbed to injures in hospital.

The source added that 13 other supporters are in critical condition as they are receiving treatment.