Crash
Eastbound SR-78 Crash Near Jefferson Leaves Injury Status Unreported
Incident record
September 3, 2026
3:42 p.m.
eastbound State Route 78 east of Jefferson Street
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 100°F · 6 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on eastbound State Route 78 east of Jefferson Street in California on Sep 3, 2026, at approximately 3:42 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The injury status of those involved was not confirmed in the dispatch entry. The crash occurred during a stretch of extreme heat, with temperatures near 100 degrees at the time.
Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved, what led to the collision, or whether anyone was hurt beyond the unknown-injury classification.
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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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