Injury Crash
Northbound I-5 Crash Near Old Town Draws Ambulance Amid Extreme Heat
Incident record
July 29, 2026
4:33 p.m.
northbound Interstate 5 near Old Town
California
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 102°F · 9 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on northbound Interstate 5 near Old Town in California, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. Dispatch logged the incident as a collision with an ambulance en route, which typically signals possible injuries, though the extent was not confirmed.
The crash occurred around 4:33 p.m. local time as temperatures neared 102 degrees. Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the collision, and no injury count was given.
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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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