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Ilegal burning creating too much smoke
UnresolvedDate
Friday, March 20, 2026
Time
7:04 AM
Category
Air
Description
While driving along Panama Lane, I encountered heavy smoke that reduced visibility and required me to slow down. The source appeared to be the front yard of 9026 E. Panama Lane, where a young man was attempting to cover the smoke with dirt. The smoke was drifting toward Lamont and a nearby elementary school.
Was there a smell?
Burning/Smoke
How was the action completed?
Burned
Were there any logos, names, or unique identifiers on the person(s) or vehicles present?
REsidential home
Address
9026 E Panama Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93307, USA
Update notes
[Apr 7, 2026] Air District: Field inspector responded the same day and surveyed the area and could not identify the source of burn. Concern that the person burning was covering evidence with dirt. However, a burnt advisory was sent to the property. CLOSED