Injury Crash
Extreme Heat Adds to Imperial County Crash on State Route 111
Incident record
July 27, 2026
2:25 p.m.
State Route 111 at East Evan Hewes Highway
Imperial County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Mainly clear · 113°F · 5 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported at State Route 111 at East Evan Hewes Highway in Imperial County on July 27, 2026, at 2:25 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed in the dispatch entry.
The crash occurred amid extreme heat, with temperatures near 113 degrees at the time. Dispatch 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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