Injury Crash
Minor Injuries Reported in Fresno County Crash on South Chestnut Avenue
Incident record
August 11, 2026
3:57 p.m.
South Chestnut Avenue at East Muscat Avenue
Fresno County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 103°F · 2 mph wind
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A traffic collision classified by dispatch as a minor-injury crash was reported at South Chestnut Avenue and East Muscat Avenue in Fresno County on Aug. 11, 2026, at 3:57 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The collision occurred amid extreme heat, with temperatures near 103 degrees at the time.
Dispatch records did not specify how many vehicles were involved, how many people were hurt, 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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