Crash
Extreme Heat Adds to Emergency Response for State Route 78 Crash
Incident record
August 4, 2026
7:16 p.m.
eastbound State Route 78 east of Emerald
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 108°F · 7 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on eastbound State Route 78 east of Emerald in California around 7:16 p.m. Tuesday, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested to the scene, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed. Temperatures near 108 degrees were recorded in the area at the time.
Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved, an exact injury count, or what caused the crash.
Related resources
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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