Bakersfield, United States - November 09, 2024 On the morning of November 9, 2024, X user Tom Pavich captured and shared a video of a massive smoke cloud rising over east Bakersfield, signaling a significant fire at the Calcot facility. The fire erupted around 9:46 a.m. at a structure located on 99 Washington Street. Firefighters from Kern County and Bakersfield responded promptly, tackling what has been reported as a two-alarm blaze. The thick grey smoke could be seen billowing into the sky, a stark visual reminder of the intensity of the fire. Local law enforcement, the Bakersfield Police Department, has been aiding by managing traffic, and authorities have urged drivers to avoid the area due to expected road closures that will remain in effect throughout the day. Details regarding the cause of the fire or any potential injuries have not yet been disclosed.