KERN COUNTY, Calif. | The Kern County Fire Department is pleased to announce that open burning of hazard reduction fuels will begin on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. We are actively monitoring fuel moisture and weather conditions. If necessary for public safety, burning may be put on a temporary hold. Residents should stay alert for updates.
All individuals planning to burn must obtain a burn permit, burn only on permissive days, and adhere to all rules and recommendations outlined in the burn permit terms and conditions. Individuals who choose to use this method of eliminating hazardous vegetation are responsible for always maintaining full control of their fire. Individuals may be held civilly and/or criminally liable if a fire escapes or damages neighboring property.
Instructions for obtaining a burn permit are listed below.
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District:
If your burn location falls within SJVAPCD boundaries, visit Cal Fire’s Burn Permitting Application where you can apply online. For individuals desiring further assistance, call 1 877 HAZ BURN (1-877-429-2876).
Eastern Kern Air Pollution Control District:
If your burn location falls within EKAPCD boundaries, visit Kern County Community Connect where you can apply for your burn permit online. For individuals needing further assistance, EKAPCD may be contacted at (661) 862-5250.
For individuals unsure of which Air Pollution Control District to apply with, an interactive online map has been created for your convenience. This map is found at www.kerncountyfire.org by clicking More Information on the Burn Permits banner of our home screen.
