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Residents of Havilah and surrounding areas to have access for property assessments
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County Fire Department said starting Wednesday, Aug. 7 at or around 2 p.m., residents living in the Havilah and its surrounding areas will be able to have access for property assessments. Roadways will be opened to residents only. KCFD said to be prepared...
Dozens of aftershocks felt after magnitude 5.2 quake shakes California
The U.S. Geological Society reported more than four dozen aftershocks larger than magnitude 2.5 in the hours following a magnitude 5.2 earthquake centered near Lamont, California. As of early Wednesday morning, the earthquake and subsequent aftershocks have not caused any damage reports. Strong shaking was felt in parts of Kern...
Southern California rattled by 5.2 magnitude earthquake
An earthquake northwest of Los Angeles shook a large swath of Southern California on Tuesday night, but there were no immediate reports of damage. The US Geological Survey said the 5.2 magnitude tremble struck at 9:09 p.m. and was centered near Mettler, an unincorporated area in Kern County about 85 miles from downtown Los Angeles.
Cuties plant evacuated minutes after 5.2 quake in Kern County
A Cuties produce plant in Bakersfield was evacuated moments after a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck in Kern County Tuesday night. The hazmat situation regarding a strong smell of ammonia at the plant was reported around 9:15 p.m., just six minutes after the quake struck about 19 miles away. The workers were evacuated as emergency crews […]
Heat wave to peak Wednesday, air quality unhealthy for sensitive groups
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The heat wave will peak this Wednesday in Kern County. Brace yourselves for scorching temperatures, with highs expected to reach a minimum of 107 degrees this afternoon. There is a possibility of temperatures soaring to 112 degrees in the desert regions. Make sure to stay hydrated and apply sunscreen. An Excessive […]
Former Bakersfield City Councilman announces District 2 candidacy
Former Bakersfield City Councilman Chris Parlier announced Wednesday his candidacy for the District 2 Kern County Supervisor seat vacated by former supervisor Zack Scrivner. “I am excited today to announce my candidacy to run for District 2 Supervisor! My whole life has been about serving the public and protecting our communities. As your supervisor, I will be focused on public safety. My record as a Bakersfield City Councilmember proves that I am ready to lead on day one,” Parlier stated. “District 2 has been without a voice for too long. I am prepared to be that voice for the residents of Kern County’s second district.”
Probation search in Delano uncovers guns and ammunition, one arrested
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A man on probation was arrested after officers allegedly found guns and ammunition during a home search in Delano. The Kern County Probation Department said on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, officers assigned to the Kern County Probation Department’s Post Release Community Supervision Unit conducted a home call in the 900 block of Oxford Street in Delano.
Man arrested in Delano on suspicion of felony possession of firearms; ammunition
The Kern County Probation Department arrested a man in Delano after officers found several firearms and rounds of ammunition, which the suspect is prohibited to own as a felon. Probation officers searched a home Tuesday in the 900 block of Oxford Street and found a 9mm semi-auto handgun, a 12-gauge...
California Governor Gavin Newsom Announces More Than 1,000 Arrests, 448 Recovered Stolen Vehicles, and Seizure of 20 Crime-Linked Firearms in Bakersfield Since April
What you need to know: The ongoing enforcement collaboration between the California Highway Patrol and the Bakersfield Police Department continues to yield measurable results. Governor Gavin Newsom today reported the collaborative effort has resulted in 1,026 arrests, 448 recovered stolen vehicles, and the seizure of 20 crime-linked firearms. August 7,...
Update: Kern County Borel Fire 84% contained; evacuations in effect Thursday
The Borel Fire in a remote part of Kern County has burned over 59,288 acres as of Thursday and is 84% contained. The fire started July 24 after a vehicle veered off the side of Highway 178 in the canyon and started a fire. The driver of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene,...
Report of restraining order violation ends with deadly deputy-involved shooting in Onyx
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — A report of a restraining order violation ended with a man, with allegedly multiple felony warrants, dead after a deputy-involved shooting in Onyx Wednesday morning. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office said on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at around 8 a.m., deputies assigned to the Kern...
Massive boulder fell on 5 Freeway moments after 5.2 quake; stopped lanes through Grapevine
Several lanes of the 5 Freeway through the Grapevine area were closed for hours Tuesday night when a massive boulder fell on the roadway just moments after a large earthquake struck in Kern County. The incident on the southbound side of the freeway south of Grapevine Road was reported at 9:11 p.m., just two minutes […]
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