Crash
Imperial County Crash on Dogwood Road Brings Ambulance Request
Incident record
August 21, 2026
1:28 p.m.
Dogwood Road at Ralph Road
Imperial County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 113°F · 3 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported at Dogwood Road at Ralph Road in Imperial County at 1:28 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. An ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed. The collision occurred amid extreme heat, with temperatures near 113 degrees at the time.
Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash, and no injury count was provided.
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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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