Incident Update White Fire

Date:
07/22/2024
Time:
6:24 PM

Incident Facts

Name
White Fire
Start Date/Time
2024-07-13
Incident Status
Active
Location
11 miles South of Tehachapi
Type
Wildfire
Cause
Lightning
Counties
Kern
Administration Unit
Kern County Fire Department
Unified Command Agency(s)
Size
5,536
Containment
98%
Structures Threatened
Structures Destroyed
2
Structures Damaged
2
Civilian Injuries
Firefighter Injuries
1
Civilian Fatalities
Firefighter Fatalities

Current Situation

Situation Summary

Fire activity remains minimal and confined within well-established boundaries. Current efforts are dedicated to preserving and restoring the land affected by the fire. These efforts include initiatives to mitigate any ecological damage caused by the fire and facilitate the natural recovery of the environment. The strategic focus on restoration and conservation is essential to ensure the long-term health and resilience of the ecosystem.

For more details, you can visit:
htstps://kernemergencies.com/emergency-event/white-fire/

Assigned Resources

Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.

Engines
20
Water Tenders
3
Helicopters
0
Dozers
1
Hand Crews
8
Total Personnel
751

Cooperating Agencies

Name Phone Address URL
Kern County Fire Department, Kern County Sheriff's Department, Kern County OES, CalOES, California Department of Corrections, and Southern California Edison.