Crash
Ambulance Called After SR-20 Crash Near Clear Lake
Incident record
August 3, 2026
7:04 p.m.
State Route 20 near the 12832-12845 block
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 104°F · 4 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on State Route 20 near the 12832-12845 block in California, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The incident occurred around 7:04 p.m. on Aug. 3, and an ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed. Temperatures at the time were near 104 degrees, according to weather data for the area.
Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash, and no injury count was given beyond the ambulance request.
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California accident information
- Injury statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of injury (CCP 335.1).)
- Wrongful death statute of limitations
- 2 years (From date of death (CCP 377.60).)
- Fault rule
- California uses pure comparative negligence: partial fault reduces recovery proportionally but does not bar it.
- Citations
- CCP 335.1 (SoL); CCP 377.60 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Li v. Yellow Cab
- Crash report agency
- California Highway Patrol (CHP 190 request) for CHP-investigated crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.
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