Crash
Whipple Avenue Ramp Crash in Redwood City Leaves Injury Status Unconfirmed
Incident record
August 26, 2026
6:37 p.m.
the westbound Whipple Avenue on-ramp to southbound U.S. Highway 101
Redwood City, San Mateo County, CA
California
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1 injured
None reported
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A traffic collision was reported on the westbound Whipple Avenue on-ramp to southbound U.S. Highway 101 in Redwood City at approximately 6:37 p.m. on Aug. 26, 2026, according to California Highway Patrol dispatch records.
Dispatch logged the incident as an unknown-injury collision, meaning the extent of any injuries had not been confirmed at the time of the report. The number of vehicles involved and the cause of the crash were not included in the dispatch entry.
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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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