Crash
Crash at I-5/SR-78 Interchange Leaves Injury Status Unconfirmed
Incident record
August 4, 2026
11:07 a.m.
westbound State Route 78 at Interstate 5
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 101°F · 6 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on westbound State Route 78 at Interstate 5 in California at 11:07 a.m. on Aug. 4, 2026, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch entry listed the injury status as unknown, so the extent of any injuries has not been confirmed.
Temperatures near 100 degrees were recorded in the area at the time of the crash. The dispatch record did not specify how many vehicles were involved 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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