77-year-old man killed in Selma mobile home fire

Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the deadly blaze.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 11:04pm

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An extreme close-up of a charred, twisted metal object from the mobile home fire, capturing the stark, gritty aftermath of the tragic incident.The aftermath of a deadly mobile home fire in Selma exposes the grim reality of the dangers facing vulnerable housing communities.Selma Today

A 77-year-old man named Refugio Ramirez died in a mobile home fire in Selma, California on Sunday. The Selma Fire Department responded to the scene at the McCall Village Mobile Home Park just after 10:30 a.m. and found the mobile home fully engulfed, but were unable to save the victim.

Why it matters

Mobile home fires can be particularly dangerous due to the flammable materials used in construction and the close proximity of units. The investigation into the cause of this fatal fire will aim to determine if there were any preventable factors that contributed to the tragedy.

The details

According to the Selma Fire Department, firefighters were called to the mobile home park on Dinuba Avenue and Clausen Drive and found the mobile home fully involved in flames. Despite their efforts, the 77-year-old victim, Refugio Ramirez, died in the fire. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation by authorities.

  • The fire occurred on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
  • Firefighters were called to the scene just after 10:30 a.m.

The players

Refugio Ramirez

A 77-year-old resident of Selma who died in the mobile home fire.

Selma Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the scene and attempted to save the victim.

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What’s next

Investigators will continue to examine the scene and determine the exact cause of the fire.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the importance of fire safety in mobile home communities, where the close proximity of units and flammable construction materials can put residents at higher risk. The investigation will aim to identify any preventable factors that may have contributed to this loss of life.