KCFD Facts
Operations Profile
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Department Profile
We provide fire protection services for over 500,000 citizens living in the unincorporated areas of Kern County and the cities of Arvin, Delano, Maricopa, McFarland, Ridgecrest, Shafter, Taft, Tehachapi and Wasco. Over 546 uniformed firefighters are stationed in 46 fire stations throughout Kern County. Added to this, the Kern County Fire Department has 14 Mutual Aid Agreements with neighboring fire suppression organizations to further strengthen the emergency services available to our customers. Firefighter Duties Includes:
Mission StatementTo proudly serve our communities by protecting life, property and the environment through effective education, prevention, preparedness and emergency response. Vision StatementTo provide outstanding customer-centered Fire and Emergency Services. Core ValuesLeadership, Integrity and Service. |