BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A vegetation fire has burned more than 100 acres north of Bakersfield along Garces Highway, according to CHP’s website.
The fire was reported at around 5 p.m. in the area of Garces Highway and Thorton Road. Crews are responding to the area.
The area is closed one mile just west of Thorton Road. Avoid the area.
Cal Fire said the fire ignited at 4:58 p.m. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
The Kern County Fire Department is on scene and is handling the investigation.
This story is developing.