Incident Update Breckenridge Fire

Date:
07/09/2024
Time:
9:27 PM

Incident Facts

Name
Breckenridge Fire
Start Date/Time
2024-07-09
Incident Status
Active
Location
Breckenridge Road, east of Traina Court
Type
Wildfire
Cause
Under Investigation
Counties
Kern
Administration Unit
Kern County Fire Department
Unified Command Agency(s)
Size
250
Containment
0%
Structures Threatened
Structures Destroyed
Structures Damaged
Civilian Injuries
Firefighter Injuries
Civilian Fatalities
Firefighter Fatalities

Current Situation

Situation Summary

The Breckenridge Fire has burned 250 acres of grass and brush and is 0% contained, spreading rapidly. Current conditions are 109°F, 10% humidity, with NW winds at 5 mph, gusting to 10 mph. The fire threatens critical communication sites as it runs upslope, driven by terrain and wind. Significant air and ground resources, including those from CAL FIRE, are working to construct and improve control lines.