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North Fair Oaks Crash on 5th Avenue Brings Ambulance Request

By Nationwide Report StaffSeptember 27, 2026 at 11:01 p.m.

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Date

September 27, 2026

Time

11:01 p.m.

Roadway

5th Avenue at Edison Way

Location

North Fair Oaks, San Mateo County, CA

State

California

Vehicles

—

Injuries

1 injured

Fatalities

None reported

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A traffic collision was reported late Sunday night at 5th Avenue at Edison Way in North Fair Oaks, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The incident occurred around 11:01 p.m. on September 27, 2026, and an ambulance was requested, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed.

The dispatch entry did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what may have caused the crash.

Source: CHP dispatch records

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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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