Crash
Coalinga Crash on South Colusa Avenue Prompts Ambulance Response
Incident record
August 19, 2026
5:53 a.m.
South Colusa Avenue between the 21000 and 21600 blocks
Coalinga, Fresno County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
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A traffic collision was reported early Wednesday on South Colusa Avenue, between the 21000 and 21600 blocks, in Coalinga, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The crash was logged around 5:53 a.m. with an ambulance requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed.
Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash, and the number of people hurt was not detailed in the report.
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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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