MiG-29 Lands Safely at Meadows Field Airport
Emergency responders inspected the military aircraft after reports of hot brakes emerged during arrival.
Bakersfield Weather and Disaster News
Across Bakersfield, coverage here takes in weather conditions, natural disasters, and the safety and recovery surrounding major events. Reporting focuses on the immediate impact of atmospheric shifts and the emergency response to sudden crises.
Emergency Response
Bakersfield Closes Belle Terrace After Gas Leak
The Bakersfield Fire Department has blocked a major intersection while PG&E crews work to repair a reported gas leak.
Current Conditions
Live Poll
Do you feel adequately prepared for potentially severe weather in your area this winter?
Bakersfield Recorded Its Third-Hottest Early October
The city endured four days of triple-digit temperatures as a high-pressure system dominated Kern County.
Safety
Live Poll
Does your local government adequately prioritize infrastructure maintenance to prevent flooding in your neighborhood?
Bakersfield Residents Seek Drainage System Improvements
Local community members are calling for infrastructure upgrades to reduce flood risks in residential areas.
Bakersfield reporting spans weather pattern forecasts, hazard warnings, the spread of natural disasters and the recovery efforts that follow. Coverage runs across the city and the communities around it as conditions change. Seasonal shifts in temperature and moisture levels dictate the primary risks for the area throughout the year. Wildfire mitigation and extreme heat protocols are the two issues that surface most consistently in local reports.