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Global Selfie Accident Register
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Details serious injuries and fatalities where taking a photo of oneself was a key factor in the accident. The records cover individuals killed or injured immediately before, during, or shortly after attempting to capture a selfie, with the resulting accident attributed at least in part to the photo attempt. This collection helps analysts examine the global significance and context of risks linked to this specific behaviour.
Columns
- Date: The date the incident took place.
- Country: The nation where the selfie-related injury or death was recorded.
- Injuries/Casualties: The recorded number of people injured or killed in the specific event.
- Type: The nature of the accident, with categories such as 'Fall' and 'Drowned' being the most frequent.
- Description: A unique narrative detailing the specific circumstances of the event leading to the injury or death.
Distribution
The data is provided in a CSV file format, named Selfie_Related_Injuries.csv, totaling 47.44 kB in size. The structure consists of 5 columns and 192 valid records. All entries are 100% valid, free from missing or mismatched data. This is a static, historical listing, and future updates are never expected.
Usage
This data is valuable for public safety research, allowing users to determine which countries report the highest rates of selfie-related incidents. It is also suitable for analysing prevailing accident types and for identifying high-risk demographics, such as the age group most frequently affected.
Coverage
The temporal scope spans nearly a decade, starting from 15 October 2011 and concluding on 6 August 2021. Geographically, the records include incidents across 41 unique countries. India accounts for the largest proportion of recorded incidents (37%), followed by the United States (9%).
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Public health officials and analysts can utilise this data to formulate targeted risk awareness programmes. Data scientists can study geographical distribution and temporal trends. Safety experts and policymakers can leverage the findings to improve public infrastructure and safety warnings in popular tourist or high-risk locations.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Selfie Incident Register
- Selfie Fatality and Injury Tracker
- Dangerous Photo Accident Data 2011-2021
- Public Safety Selfie Incidents
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Original Data Source: Global Selfie Accident Register
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