BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Forward progress stopped for a fire that burned over 100 acres in Caliente Thursday afternoon.
Caltrans said the so-called Walker Fire started at around 1:11 p.m. near Bodfish Road and Walser Road in Caliente.
The Kern County Fire Department said the fire has burned about 138 acres with 10% containment.
Forward progress stopped for a fire that burned over 100 acres in Caliente Thursday afternoon. PHOTO: AlertCalifornia
KCFD said the fire had winds pushing at a moderate rate of spread.
KCFD also said the fire is about 138 acres with forward progress stopped and 10% containment.
According to Kern County Public Works, Caliente Bodfish Road is closed between Indian Oak Road to Walker Basin Road due to the fire.
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Assisting agencies to remain on scene for several hours and KCFD resources are expected to remain on scene through the night to increase containment.