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Ambulance Called to Westbound Crash Near Mile Marker 40

By Nationwide Report Staff
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Incident record

Incident record

Date

July 30, 2026

Time

2:17 p.m.

Roadway

the westbound roadway near mile marker 40

Location

California

State

California

Vehicles

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Weather

Clear · 101°F · 4 mph wind

Report

Report body

A traffic collision was reported on the westbound roadway near mile marker 40 in San Bernardino County, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The incident was logged shortly after 2:17 p.m. on July 30, with an ambulance requested to the scene, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed.

Temperatures at the time were reported near 101 degrees under clear skies. Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash.

Source: CHP dispatch records
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Legal context
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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