Kern County Fire says the Stagecoach Fire burning near Havilah has destroyed several homes and burned roughly 7,760 acresThe fire began earlier this week. It is 91% contained, and strong winds in the area are a concern. One firefighter passed away while providing support for the efforts to battle the Stagecoach Fire. The firefighter, identified as Pete Hein was not an employee of Kern County Fire
#StagecoachFire off Stagecoach Drive and Piute Meadow Road South of Lake Isabella in Kern County is 7760 acres and 91% contained. Lead agency: @KernCountyFire, @BLMFire and @sequoiaforest
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— CAL FIRE (@CAL_FIRE) August 12, 2020
County fire officials say earlier evacuation orders have been lifted
