Crash
State Route 65 Crash in Porterville Leaves Injury Status Unconfirmed
Incident record
September 11, 2026
5:16 p.m.
State Route 65 near the 9700–10399 block
Porterville, Tulare County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
Clear · 101°F · 7 mph wind
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A traffic collision was reported on State Route 65 near the 9700–10399 block in Porterville shortly after 5:16 p.m., according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records. The dispatch listed the injury status as unknown, with no confirmation of severity or how many people may have been hurt.
The collision occurred amid extreme heat, with temperatures near 100 degrees at the time. Dispatch did not specify how many vehicles were involved or what caused the crash.
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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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