Crash
Ambulance Called to Crash Where Southbound State Route 170 Meets U.S. 101
Incident record
August 23, 2026
4:06 p.m.
southbound State Route 170 at the connector to southbound U.S. Highway 101
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Overcast · 102°F · 5 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on southbound State Route 170 at the connector to southbound U.S. Highway 101 in California shortly after 4 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent has not been confirmed. Skies were overcast with temperatures near 102 degrees at the time.
Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved, an injured-person count, or what caused the collision.
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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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