Crash
Ambulance Called to Westbound State Route 4 Crash Amid Extreme Heat
Incident record
August 2, 2026
2:54 p.m.
westbound State Route 4 at the Laurel Road off-ramp
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 105°F · 3 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on westbound State Route 4 at the Laurel Road off-ramp on Aug. 2, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed. The crash occurred amid extreme afternoon heat near 105 degrees.
Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the collision, and no injury count was given.
Related resources
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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