These numbers represent from 1/1/23 to 12/19/23

5157

Fires

35008

Rescue/EMS

57815

Total Calls

162

On Duty Firefighters

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Yesterday, February 7th, over 100 of your Kern County Firefighters participated in a cancer research study hosted by UCLA (UCLA), UC Davis (UC Davis Athletics) and LA County Fire Department (@lacountyfd LA County Firefighters IAFF Local 1014). This research will be used to measure biomarkers of exposure from the fire ground such as heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants. This study will also measure biomarkers effecting DNA methylation, markers of DNA damage and repair capacity and levels and expression of immune markers. The results from these samples and research will be delivered back to your Kern County Firefighters and the Kern County Fire Department. Your Kern County Firefighters L1031 want to give a huge shout out to UCLA, UC Davis and LA County for spear heading this research study and want to extend a special thank you for allowing us to participate. ... See MoreSee Less

Yesterday, February 7th, over 100 of your Kern County Firefighters participated in a cancer research study hosted by UCLA (@ucla), UC Davis (@ucdavisaggies) and LA County Fire Department (@lacountyfd @iafflocal1014). This research will be used to measure biomarkers of exposure from the fire ground such as heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants. This study will also measure biomarkers effecting DNA methylation, markers of DNA damage and repair capacity and levels and expression of immune markers. The results from these samples and research will be delivered back to your Kern County Firefighters and the Kern County Fire Department. Your Kern County Firefighters L1031 want to give a huge shout out to UCLA, UC Davis and LA County for spear heading this research study and want to extend a special thank you for allowing us to participate.Image attachmentImage attachment

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Santa Barbara should do it too

Is Bakersfield Fire Department doing this as well for the crews that were fighting the fires there? Just asking for my husband who would probably not step foot near one of these to participate unless I know about it and make him. Thanks in advance!

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* An update to the post we made on Monday. * We reach out to you with heavy hearts yet unwavering hope to support one of our own, Randy Raymond—a dedicated firefighter with the Kern County Fire Department. Randy is currently battling stage 3 non-seminoma testicular cancer, and he needs our help now more than ever.

For the past three years, Randy has selflessly put others before himself, always ready to respond to emergencies and support our community. Now, it’s our turn to stand by him during this challenging time. In December 2023, Randy was diagnosed with testicular cancer. After a successful surgery, his doctor was optimistic that all the cancer had been removed. However, during his yearly checkup, Randy received the devastating news that the cancer had returned—and this time, it had spread to his lymph nodes in his abdomen and neck.

The road ahead is daunting, but Randy’s strength and resilience inspire us all. As he faces this battle, he is unable to work, making it essential for us to come together and ease the financial burden that this situation brings.

Firefighters are not just colleagues; they are family. They are always the first to respond when lives are in danger, and now it’s time for us to return that favor. Every contribution, big or small, will make a significant difference. Your generosity will provide not only financial relief but also hope, encouragement, and strength to Randy and his loved ones during this incredibly challenging time.

Thank you to everyone who has shown support so far and to those who will continue to stand by Randy in his fight against cancer. The link to help Randy can be found in our Bio.

helpahero.com/campaign/randy-raymond-s-fight-against-cancer
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* An update to the post we made on Monday. * We reach out to you with heavy hearts yet unwavering hope to support one of our own, Randy Raymond—a dedicated firefighter with the Kern County Fire Department. Randy is currently battling stage 3 non-seminoma testicular cancer, and he needs our help now more than ever.

For the past three years, Randy has selflessly put others before himself, always ready to respond to emergencies and support our community. Now, it’s our turn to stand by him during this challenging time. In December 2023, Randy was diagnosed with testicular cancer. After a successful surgery, his doctor was optimistic that all the cancer had been removed. However, during his yearly checkup, Randy received the devastating news that the cancer had returned—and this time, it had spread to his lymph nodes in his abdomen and neck.

The road ahead is daunting, but Randy’s strength and resilience inspire us all. As he faces this battle, he is unable to work, making it essential for us to come together and ease the financial burden that this situation brings.

Firefighters are not just colleagues; they are family. They are always the first to respond when lives are in danger, and now it’s time for us to return that favor. Every contribution, big or small, will make a significant difference. Your generosity will provide not only financial relief but also hope, encouragement, and strength to Randy and his loved ones during this incredibly challenging time.

Thank you to everyone who has shown support so far and to those who will continue to stand by Randy in his fight against cancer. The link to help Randy can be found in our Bio.

https://helpahero.com/campaign/randy-raymond-s-fight-against-cancer

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Blessings to this incredible Hero. You are in our unceasing prayers.

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼’s. For him and the family.

Praying for this hero.💔🙏🏻

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Congratulations to Chris Parlier for Kern County Supervisor on his swearing in. We look forward to your leadership and continued commitment to the safety of the public. ... See MoreSee Less

Congratulations to Chris Parlier for Kern County Supervisor on his swearing in. We look forward to your leadership and continued commitment to the safety of the public.Image attachment

Wishing everyone a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!!! We are thankful for all the support we receive from our communities. ... See MoreSee Less

Wishing everyone a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!!! We are thankful for all the support we receive from our communities.

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Thank you for your service.

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#GOTV Get out today and Vote!!!!

Same day voter registration:

www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/same-day-reg

“Same Day Voter Registration, known as Conditional Voter Registration in state law, is a safety net for Californians who miss the deadline to register to vote or update their voter registration information for an election.

Eligible citizens who need to register or re-register to vote within 14 days of an election can complete this process to register and vote at their county elections office, polling place, or vote center. Their ballots will be processed and counted once the county elections office has completed the voter registration verification process.

Visit caearlyvoting.sos.ca.gov for a list of early voting locations where you can complete the Same Day Voter Registration Process.”
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#GOTV  Get out today and Vote!!!!

Same day voter registration: 

https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/same-day-reg

“Same Day Voter Registration, known as Conditional Voter Registration in state law, is a safety net for Californians who miss the deadline to register to vote or update their voter registration information for an election.

Eligible citizens who need to register or re-register to vote within 14 days of an election can complete this process to register and vote at their county elections office, polling place, or vote center. Their ballots will be processed and counted once the county elections office has completed the voter registration verification process.

Visit caearlyvoting.sos.ca.gov for a list of early voting locations where you can complete the Same Day Voter Registration Process.”Image attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

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Elections matter and voting matters! Make sure to have your voices heard. Even if you haven’t had a chance to register to vote there is still time. @followers

Some great candidates.

Great Ballot Card! Good Luck to all endorsed candidates!

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Today is the Day!!! Get out and Vote!!!

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I like this idea what a blessing this fundraiser was started. Sadly cancer in the fire service is on the forefront and becoming so common now .

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The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is a one-of-a-kind addiction treatment facility specializing in PTSD for IAFF members – and IAFF members only – who are struggling with addiction, PTSD other related behavioral health challenges to receive the help they need in taking the first steps toward recovery. It is a safe haven for members to talk with other members who have faced or overcome similar challenges.

https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com

Annual Fund-raising is Underway

It is time for our annual fund-raising drive.  We will be reaching out to Kern County residents and businesses in the coming weeks to raise money for local, worthy causes. We will also be sponsoring a Business Directory consisting of fire prevention articles, emergency phone numbers and advertisements from local concerned business owners.

Although Local 1301 has been raising money for charities this way for 26 years, there are always reasonable concerns that these solicitations by phone are part of a scam. We want to ensure our members and the public that calls the may receive in the next few weeks are in fact legitimate and have been authorized and approved by the Local 1301 Board of Directors.

We want to thank everyone for supporting us this year. If you would like to donate, please click the link below to donate.

501(c)(5)  #95-2480612

501(c)(3)  #95-3489994