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Kern County Fire rep tells Taft council calls fell this year but warns of holiday fire risks
Summary
Kern County Fire Station No. 21 reported a drop in monthly calls in late summer but noted an October uptick; the department warned the council about holiday risks including deep-fryer incidents, dry Christmas trees and improper extension-cord use and urged caution.
Carrie Wright, representing Kern County Fire Station No. 21, told the Taft City Council on Nov. 18 that monthly emergency calls trended downward over the summer but showed fluctuations: August and September declined to around 140 calls, with October rising to about 170 calls and 13 of those being fires.
Wright, a battalion chief with experience in…
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