BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — At least one person is dead after a truck struck a tree and caught on fire on Highway 99 Wednesday afternoon.

The CHP’s website said on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at around 12:03 p.m., there was a report of a truck hitting a tree and catching fire on southbound Highway 99 near Taft Highway.

The website said the truck was fully involved in the fire.

The website also said the coroner’s office was called.

At least one person is dead after a truck struck a tree and caught on fire on Highway 99 Wednesday afternoon. PHOTO: KBAK/KBFX

At least one person is dead after a truck struck a tree and caught on fire on Highway 99 Wednesday afternoon. PHOTO: KBAK/KBFX

It said the number three lane is closed.

Expect delays if traveling in the area.

This is a developing story.