Firefighter Injured in Hit-and-Run Accident While Battling Blaze

Firefighter gear including a helmet, gloves, and jacket lies on the ground next to a hose, symbolizing the seriousness of a hit-and-run incident while battling a truck fire in Bakersfield. The image highlights the vulnerability of emergency responders on California highways, as reported by Ayuda California.

Bakersfield, CA—A county firefighter survived a hit-and-run accident while battling a cargo truck fire early Sunday morning, March 16, 2025. The incident in California occurred on Highway 99, north of David Road, raising serious concerns about the safety of emergency responders on the state’s roadways. Incident Details According to the Kern County Fire Department (KCFD), […]