Statistics of Dangerous Cargo Accidents during Highway Transportation

Abstract

Research on present situation and trends of accidents takes an important role on prevention and control on dangerous cargo accidents during highway transportation. According to the current situation of highway transportation for dangerous cargo, the characteristics of highway transportation system for dangerous cargo are put forward. Statistical analysis of dangerous cargo in China from 2013 to 2019 related to characteristics and consequences are discussed in this study. The different time volatility, spatial distribution and accident consequence features are revealed. Results show that the dangerous cargo of highway transportation system presents a multiple spots, long lines, broad coverage, and high risk features. The annual scale of dangerous cargo accidents shows irregular ‘M’ distribution since 2013. December is the month with the most accidents. Wednesday is the day with the most accidents. Fifth period is the most accidents. Shandong is the province with the most accidents. Normal section is the section with the most accidents. The liquid is the type with the most accidents. Leakage is the most common type of accident. Countermeasures focusing on improving highway transportation safety for dangerous cargo accidents are recommended.