Abstract
Objective: The relationship between the geographical space and the incidence of scorpion accidents in the context of vulnerability was questioned in the present study through the application of geoprocessing techniques. Methods: In order to recognize vulnerable groups, an ecological study was developed using spatial data analysis techniques of area. Results: A total of 631 cases of scorpion accidents occurred in Campina Grande/Paraíba/Brazil, with an incidence of 154.7 accidents/100,000 inhabitants and an average distance of 0.897 hm between the cases; thus, verifying the possible relationship between accidents and the vulnerability index. Conclusion: Social vulnerability was evidenced by the magnitude in scorpion accidents, considering a higher probability (of attacks) in the most vulnerable areas; therefore, it was possible to verify that the occurrence of scorpion accidents is strongly connected to social factors, and that neighborhoods that have a population with low purchasing power, low schooling and no infrastructure were the most affected.