Tulare, CA – On the late morning of Saturday, August 9, 2025, a single-vehicle collision caused fatal injuries, according to CHP Fatal.
The Tulare County authorities report that the accident took place around 11:23 AM on M-504, near the intersection with Mountain Road 112 and Hot Springs.
Emergency responders were called after a female was seen stopped in the roadway and attempts were made to assist her. Upon arrival, crews found one patient who was transported by Reach 82 air ambulance.
The vehicle involved had a flat tire and was located off the roadway, down an embankment on a steep grade. Despite rescue efforts, the patient was pronounced dead.
The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office took over the investigation and coordinated with fire and EMS personnel.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation, and no further information has been released at this time.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
In some cases, investigations may reveal that even in a single-vehicle accident, nearby drivers or unsafe road features share some responsibility. California’s Comparative Negligence rule means that, even if those injured in accidents are found partially at fault, they may still be eligible to receive partial compensation for damages.
