A GIS-Based Spatial Distribution Analysis of Road Traffic Accident Black Spots in Zaria, Kaduna State
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| author | Maliki, A. J. Rifkatu, D. Yunusa, A. |
| author_facet | Maliki, A. J. Rifkatu, D. Yunusa, A. |
| contents | <p><span><span lang="EN-ZA">This study </span></span><span><span lang="EN-ZA">analyzed the spatial distribution of road traffic accident black spots in Zaria, Kaduna State<span>, using data from the Federal Road Safety Commission (2006 – 2014) and field surveys. Accident locations were mapped using ArcGIS 10.1 with Kernel Density Estimation to identify high-risk zones. Results revealed black spots along Zaria-Kano Road (Yan Karfe, Dogarawa, Zabi, Anur Mosque) and Zaria-Sokoto Road (Polo Field, MTD, Palladan, Zango). The highest concentration of accidents occurred between 2012-2014, with 85% of fatalities along Zaria-Kano Road. Black spots were associated with poor road design and condition. The study recommends improved road infrastructure and emergency healthcare services at critical points.</span></span></span></p> |
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| spellingShingle | A GIS-Based Spatial Distribution Analysis of Road Traffic Accident Black Spots in Zaria, Kaduna State Maliki, A. J. Rifkatu, D. Yunusa, A. GIS Spatial distribution Road Traffic Accident Black Spots <p><span><span lang="EN-ZA">This study </span></span><span><span lang="EN-ZA">analyzed the spatial distribution of road traffic accident black spots in Zaria, Kaduna State<span>, using data from the Federal Road Safety Commission (2006 – 2014) and field surveys. Accident locations were mapped using ArcGIS 10.1 with Kernel Density Estimation to identify high-risk zones. Results revealed black spots along Zaria-Kano Road (Yan Karfe, Dogarawa, Zabi, Anur Mosque) and Zaria-Sokoto Road (Polo Field, MTD, Palladan, Zango). The highest concentration of accidents occurred between 2012-2014, with 85% of fatalities along Zaria-Kano Road. Black spots were associated with poor road design and condition. The study recommends improved road infrastructure and emergency healthcare services at critical points.</span></span></span></p> |
| title | A GIS-Based Spatial Distribution Analysis of Road Traffic Accident Black Spots in Zaria, Kaduna State |
| topic | GIS Spatial distribution Road Traffic Accident Black Spots |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15727380 |