Spatiotemporal Analysis of Traffic Accidents Hotspots Based on Geospatial Techniques

This paper aims to explore the spatiotemporal pattern of traffic accidents using five years data between 2015 and 2019 for Irbid Governorate, Jordan. The spatial traffic-accident hotspots their temporal evolution were identified along internal arterial roads network in study area autocorrelation (Global Moran I index) local hotspot analysis (Getis–Ord Gi*) techniques within GIS environment. showed a gradual increase reported approximately 38% at year level. severity level distinguished distribution locations. less severe (~95%) occurred on road Governorate’s towns where highest volume exist. Getis–Ord Gi* statistics with 99% significance clustering patterns segments. Between 2019, notable clusters was pronounced. results can be used guide managers decision makers take appropriate actions enhancing locations improving safety status.