Crash
Northbound Interstate 805 Crash Near Imperial Avenue Leaves Injury Status Unconfirmed
By Nationwide Report Staff
Incident record
Incident record
Date
August 19, 2026
Time
10:01 a.m.
Roadway
northbound Interstate 805 south of Imperial Avenue
Location
Imperial County, CA
State
California
Vehicles
—
Injuries
1 injured
Fatalities
None reported
Weather
Clear · 102°F · 6 mph wind
Report
Report body
A traffic collision was reported on northbound Interstate 805 south of Imperial Avenue in Imperial County shortly after 10 a.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The report listed the injury status as unknown, with temperatures near 102 degrees at the time.
Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved, confirm whether anyone was hurt, or note a cause for the crash.
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Legal context
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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