Attention Kern County Residents The Kern County Fire Department is notifying all...

Attention Kern County Residents

The Kern County Fire Department is notifying all residents that Open Burning of Hazard Reduction Fuels will close, effective Monday, April 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. This decision has been made due to a combination of factors, including declining live fuel moisture levels.

Residents should continue monitoring daily burn status updates, as conditions can change rapidly. Although open burning is scheduled to remain in effect through the 13th, opportunities to conduct safe and permitted burning are expected to be limited due to forecasted weather conditions. Check burn day status each day and ensure full compliance with all local regulations before conducting any open burning.