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Del Norte County Crash Near Kings Valley Road Prompts Ambulance Response

By Nationwide Report StaffSeptember 25, 2026 at 8:11 a.m.

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Date

September 25, 2026

Time

8:11 a.m.

Roadway

U.S. Highway 199 at Kings Valley Road

Location

Del Norte County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A traffic collision was reported on U.S. Highway 199 at Kings Valley Road in Del Norte County shortly after 8:11 a.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested to the area, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed.

Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what led to the crash. No further details on injuries or cause were included in the record.

Source: CHP dispatch records

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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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