Crash

Calexico Crash on Carr Road Prompts Ambulance Response

By Nationwide Report Staff
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Incident record

Incident record

Date

September 19, 2026

Time

2:49 p.m.

Roadway

the 1700 block of Carr Road

Location

Calexico, Imperial County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

Weather

Clear · 103°F · 2 mph wind

Report

Report body

A traffic collision was reported in the 1700 block of Carr Road in Calexico shortly before 3 p.m. on Sept. 19, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed in the dispatch entry.

The collision occurred during a stretch of extreme afternoon heat, with temperatures near 103 degrees at the time. Dispatch records 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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