Crash
Lamont Collision on State Route 184 Draws Ambulance Call
Incident record
August 23, 2026
3:49 p.m.
State Route 184 at Standish Drive
Lamont, Kern County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Partly cloudy · 103°F · 6 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on State Route 184 at Standish Drive in Lamont at 3:49 p.m. on Aug. 23, 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 reported temperatures near 103 degrees. Dispatch records 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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