Incident Report
Kern County Fire Department


Luke Roberts
Morning Incident
DATE: October 7, 2023
TIME: 07:53
Incident Number
23-46100
Incident tYPE
Structure Fire Reinforced
Location: 301 Morning Drive, East Bakersfield
Closest Community: East Bakersfield
Cause: Under investigation
Incident Narrative
BAKERSFIELD, Calif., On the morning of Saturday, October 7th, the Kern County Fire Department responded to a reported Structure Fire at 301 Morning Drive. Upon arrival, firefighters were faced with heavy fire and smoke coming from the back of the Country Corner Liquor Store, a 2,500 square foot, single-story commercial building. Firefighters worked quickly to attack the fire and save the building while simultaneously conducting a search of the building for possible trapped occupants. The fire was knocked down and under control after approximately ten minutes. No victims were found inside the building. No civilians or firefighters were hurt during this incident. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Injuries/Fatalities
Injuries: 0
Fatalities: 0
Property Lost/Saved
Estimated Value LOSS: $250,000
Estimated Value SAVED: $300,000
KCFD Equipment Assigned
Engines: E42, E45, E41
Patrols: None
Trucks: Truck 41
Specialty Equipment: None
Total Personnel
17
Assisting Agencies
Bakersfield Fire Department
On Call Fire Information Officer
Phone: 1-661-330-0133