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Last Updated: Monday, May 21, 2012

Kern County Firefighters Battle Wofford Heights Brush Fire

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On Monday September 20th at 3:56 P.M., a call was received for a grass fire at the rear of homes in the 200 block of Bristlecone in Wofford Heights. Approximately 70 firefighters responded to the incident from Kern County Fire Department, USFS and BLM.

Upon arrival fire crews were faced with a developing fire in grass and brush which threatened several homes. Firefighters made an aggressive attack on the fire as residents tried to suppress the flame front as it approached their properties. 3 helicopters were used to drop water on the flames as hand and engine crews went to work in cutting and removing brush to extinguish the fire. These were among several resources used from the adjacent Canyon fire. The excellent teamwork and firefight brought the fire under control in 30 minutes. Crews will remain on scene to continue mopping up.

Crews were able to save approximately 10 homes with an estimated value of $1,000,000.00. One resident was suffering from the effects of smoke inhalation and treated by a local ambulance company. There were no reported injuries to firefighters. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Author:Kern County Fire Department Press Release

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