Broadside Accidents Dominate in Simi Valley, 2023

In the year 2023, Simi Valley experienced a variety of vehicular incidents, with broadside accidents emerging as the most significant concern, constituting 37.1% of all crashes. These collisions, also known as T-bone accidents, pose a considerable risk due to their potential for serious injuries, particularly to occupants on the impacted side of the vehicle.

While rear-end collisions, intersection incidents, and single vehicle crashes also contributed to the city's accident statistics, it is the prevalence of broadside accidents that demands immediate attention. By prioritizing initiatives aimed at addressing factors such as failure to yield, improving intersection safety measures, and promoting defensive driving techniques, Simi Valley can work towards reducing the frequency and severity of these incidents.

Through collaborative efforts involving various stakeholders, including government agencies, law enforcement, transportation authorities, and the community, Simi Valley can strive towards creating safer roadways and ensuring the well-being of all road users.

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1. Jan - Dec/23 (390 Accidents)
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50
100
150
200
Head-On
Sideswipe
Rear End
Broadside Hit Object Overturned Auto v Ped
Other
Number of Crashes by Type of Crash in
Simi Valley (2023)
Not all neighborhoods are
included in this list.
19
(4.8%)
25
(6.4%)
80
(20.5%)
3,890
(37,4%)
145
(37.1%)
67
(17.1%)
4
(1.03%)
16
(4.1%)
34
(8.7%)
Source: Transportation Injury
Mapping System