These numbers represent from 1/1/23 to 12/19/23
5157
Fires
35008
Rescue/EMS
57815
Total Calls
162
On Duty Firefighters
The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.
Annual Fund-raising is Underway
It is time for our annual fund-raising drive. We will be reaching out to Kern County residents and businesses in the coming weeks to raise money for local, worthy causes. We will also be sponsoring a Business Directory consisting of fire prevention articles, emergency phone numbers and advertisements from local concerned business owners.
Although Local 1301 has been raising money for charities this way for 26 years, there are always reasonable concerns that these solicitations by phone are part of a scam. We want to ensure our members and the public that calls the may receive in the next few weeks are in fact legitimate and have been authorized and approved by the Local 1301 Board of Directors.
We want to thank everyone for supporting us this year. If you would like to donate, please click the link below to donate.
501(c)(5) #95-2480612
501(c)(3) #95-3489994
Friday, March 21st, dozens of your Kern County Firefighters along with the dozens of the extremely generous and caring Bakersfield Firefighters teamed up to host a pancake breakfast in support of Randy Raymond who is currently battling cancer. The support from you, our community, is extremely overwhelming and the thank yous are endless! We would also like to thank Assemblywoman Jasmeet Bains (@asmjasmeetbains) and Kern County Board of Supervisor Chris Parlier (@parlier.chris)for their generous donations and continued support of your Kern County Firefighters. This fundraiser would not have been made possible without our amazing sponsors and donors; Bakersfield Firefighters, Bakersfield Fire Department, Bakersfield Firefighters Burn Foundation, Bakersfield Firefighters Historical Society (@bakersfieldfirehistory), Saint Florian Leather Company, Station Strap (@stationstrap), Golden Empire Towing and finally Raymond’s Trophy’s (@raymondstrophyandawards)! We would also like to extend a huge heartfelt thank you to Happy Jacks (@happyjackspien)for allowing us to use their kitchen when lines got busy. All the personnel listed above were grilling up sausage and flipping pancakes since 5am and didn’t stop until the last car drove through the line after 10am! THANK YOU again, Kern County! Your Kern County Firefighters are forever grateful for your dedicated support! ... See MoreSee Less
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What an amazing family KCFD is! Proud of you all!!
Well done!! 💜💜💜
Great job!
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🚒🍽️ Pancakes for a Purpose! 🍽️🚒
Join us as we rally behind Randy Raymond in his fight against cancer! 💪❤️
🔥 Kern County Firefighters and Bakersfield Firefighters are teaming up with Golden Empire Towing, Saint Florian Leather Company, and The Station Strap to host a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser to support Randy and his family during this challenging time.
📅 Date: Friday, March 21st
📍 Location: 2020 G Street
⏰ Time: 6AM-10AM
💲Cost: $5 (All proceeds go directly to Randy)
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, connect with our amazing community, and show your support for one of our own. Every plate served helps make a difference!
Let’s stand together for Randy! 🙏🔥
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Kern County Firefighters & Bakersfield Firefighters Advocate in Washington, D.C.
Over the past three days, three of your Kern County Firefighters teamed up with six of your Bakersfield Firefighters @bakersfieldfirefighters to meet with elected officials in Washington, D.C. Their mission: to advocate for the resources, funding, and policies that help us better serve and protect our communities.
These dedicated firefighters worked tirelessly to ensure that our voices are heard at the highest levels, discussing critical issues that impact emergency response, firefighter safety, and public service.
We are proud of their commitment and grateful for the support of our leaders in strengthening Fire and Emergency Services for Kern County and beyond.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Congressmen David Valadao @repdavidvaladao and Congressmen Vince Fong @repvincefong ... See MoreSee Less
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Could you put the names of our guys on here?
Today’s the Day!
Come hang out with your Kern County Firefighters at Whiskey Flats! Enjoy a day filled with fun, history, and community while supporting those who keep us safe. Stop by, say hello, take some pictures, and make some great memories!
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Yesterday, February 7th, over 100 of your Kern County Firefighters participated in a cancer research study hosted by UCLA (UCLA), UC Davis (UC Davis Athletics) and LA County Fire Department (@lacountyfd LA County Firefighters IAFF Local 1014). This research will be used to measure biomarkers of exposure from the fire ground such as heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants. This study will also measure biomarkers effecting DNA methylation, markers of DNA damage and repair capacity and levels and expression of immune markers. The results from these samples and research will be delivered back to your Kern County Firefighters and the Kern County Fire Department. Your Kern County Firefighters L1031 want to give a huge shout out to UCLA, UC Davis and LA County for spear heading this research study and want to extend a special thank you for allowing us to participate. ... See MoreSee Less
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Santa Barbara should do it too
Is Bakersfield Fire Department doing this as well for the crews that were fighting the fires there? Just asking for my husband who would probably not step foot near one of these to participate unless I know about it and make him. Thanks in advance!
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* An update to the post we made on Monday. * We reach out to you with heavy hearts yet unwavering hope to support one of our own, Randy Raymond—a dedicated firefighter with the Kern County Fire Department. Randy is currently battling stage 3 non-seminoma testicular cancer, and he needs our help now more than ever.
For the past three years, Randy has selflessly put others before himself, always ready to respond to emergencies and support our community. Now, it’s our turn to stand by him during this challenging time. In December 2023, Randy was diagnosed with testicular cancer. After a successful surgery, his doctor was optimistic that all the cancer had been removed. However, during his yearly checkup, Randy received the devastating news that the cancer had returned—and this time, it had spread to his lymph nodes in his abdomen and neck.
The road ahead is daunting, but Randy’s strength and resilience inspire us all. As he faces this battle, he is unable to work, making it essential for us to come together and ease the financial burden that this situation brings.
Firefighters are not just colleagues; they are family. They are always the first to respond when lives are in danger, and now it’s time for us to return that favor. Every contribution, big or small, will make a significant difference. Your generosity will provide not only financial relief but also hope, encouragement, and strength to Randy and his loved ones during this incredibly challenging time.
Thank you to everyone who has shown support so far and to those who will continue to stand by Randy in his fight against cancer. The link to help Randy can be found in our Bio.
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Blessings to this incredible Hero. You are in our unceasing prayers.
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼’s. For him and the family.
Praying for this hero.💔🙏🏻
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Congratulations to Chris Parlier for Kern County Supervisor on his swearing in. We look forward to your leadership and continued commitment to the safety of the public. ... See MoreSee Less
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Wishing everyone a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!!! We are thankful for all the support we receive from our communities. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you for your service.