Kern County Fire Department training

BAKERSFIELD, CA - Kern is the third largest county in California. With a large mountain range, lack of water, and hot weather, the area is highly susceptible to wildfires. County firefighters are prepared today at the Keene Hellibase for extreme life saving emergencies with Hoist training. Which teaches them how to rescue people in tough situations, using a helicopter.

25-year old, Colby Hutchens brushed up on his hoist training today to prepare him for fire season. Kern County Fire Capt