La Mirage Motel fire started by homeless activity: fire officials

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- Bakersfield firefighters battled the flames at La Mirage Motel Sunday night. The fire broke out at about 10:34 p.m., and fire officials said a homeless person started the blaze. At least 20 fires have been reported at the La Mirage Motel since January 2025, according to the Bakersfield Fire Department Public [...]