BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Until further notice, all Kern County Fire Department ride-alongs, station tours and non-emergency community event support have been suspended.
“With the rising concerns related to (COVID-19), the decision was made out of an abundance of caution and with our community and fire personnel’s safety and health as our highest priority,” the department said in a news release.
Firefighters will continue to respond to all emergencies.
The department asked that 911 callers notify dispatchers if they have symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
