Bakersfield Fire Department
The Bakersfield Fire Department (BFD) is a metro fire protection agency that serves the City of Bakersfield, California. The department currently serves a population of approximately 334,000, making the City of Bakersfield the 9th largest in California.
| Bakersfield FIRE Department |
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| Established | 1877 |
| Staffing | career |
| Strength | 183 sworn |
| Stations | 14 |
| Engines | 14 |
| Trucks | 3 |
| Fire chief | Douglas R. Greener |
Read more about Bakersfield Fire Department: BFD History, Emergency Communications Center, BFD Fire Station Locations, BFD Fire Academy
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