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Northbound Interstate 805 Crash Near Imperial Avenue Leaves Injury Status Unconfirmed

By Nationwide Report StaffAugust 19, 2026 at 10:01 a.m.

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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

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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.

Source: CHP dispatch records

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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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